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Our Sisters' School

145 Brownell Ave
New Bedford, MA 02740
Our mission, as an independent, tuition-free, non-sectarian middle school, is to educate and inspire economically disadvantaged girls from the New Bedford area.
Our Sisters' School empowers girls to step into the future with valuable life skills and a mindset of achievement and excellence by providing a safe, supportive and academically challenging environment.
Community and volunteer involvement are core values of the school.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 73 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Our Sisters' School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Our Sisters' School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants and uniform shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
We are a tuition free middle school for girls from the greater New Bedford area who are from economically disadvantaged families.
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Our Sisters' School?
The application deadline for Our Sisters' School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 73 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bristol County, MA is $9,332 for elementary schools and $14,815 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bristol County, MA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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