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Nantucket Lighthouse School

1 Rugged Rd
Nantucket, MA 02554
At the Nantucket Lighthouse School we seek to nurture in each child the power to create a personally meaningful life, one that is a continual process of discovery and joy.
We regard childhood as a magical and determining moment in life, when curiosity and wonder illuminate experience.
We are committed to the education of the whole child, concerning ourselves equally with ethical and intellectual development.
We believe in the human urge to grow and to learn, and we respect the individual nature and rhythm of each child¡¯s path.
We seek to preserve the vital connections in a child¡¯s thinking, feeling and willing, thus allowing a world of vibrant thought to unfold.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,000
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2000

Student Body

Total Students
99 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Nantucket Lighthouse School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Admissions Director
Cheryl Evans

School Notes

  • At the Nantucket Lighthouse School we seek to nurture in each child the power to create a personally meaningful life, one that is a continual process of discovery and joy. We regard childhood as a magical and determining moment in life, when curiosity and wonder illuminate experience. We introduce children to new concepts and skills when they are developmentally ready to make sense of them … when they can become meaningful. See More Videos We are committed to the education of the whole child, concerning ourselves equally with ethical and intellectual development. We believe in the human urge to grow and to learn, and we respect the individual nature and rhythm of each child’s path. We seek to preserve the vital connections in a child’s thinking, feeling and willing, thus allowing a world of vibrant thought to unfold. We consider a child’s relationship to self, others and the world to be fundamental to his emotional maturation. Thus, we are committed to cultivating those qualities of a child’s humanity – compassion, kindness, love, and consideration – that inspire an inner joy, and a feeling of responsibility toward the world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Nantucket Lighthouse School cost?
Nantucket Lighthouse School's tuition is approximately $13,000 for private students.
What schools are Nantucket Lighthouse School often compared to?
Nantucket Lighthouse School is often viewed alongside schools like Nantucket New School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Nantucket Lighthouse School?
The application deadline for Nantucket Lighthouse School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,000
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Massachusetts is $24,795 for elementary schools and $40,829 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 71% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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