South Lancaster Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 276 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,000
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

South Lancaster Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	South Lancaster Academy
Pre-K	20
Kind	22
1	13
2	20
3	14
4	17
5	18
6	20
7	19
8	22
9	24
10	25
11	23
12	19

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Year Founded

1882

School Calendar

School Motto

Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve.

Student Body

Total Students

276 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

71%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tommy Hilfiger Polos with School Logo

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists (Education) (GCSDAC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from 4615-11342 depending on grade level.

% on Financial Aid

60%

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBasketball

Cross CountrySnowboarding

SoccerVolleyball

School Mascot

Crusades

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Robotics Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubVoce-vocal choir

School Notes

South Lancaster Academy is a co-educational Preschool -12 school owned and operated by Seventh-day Adventists to provide a Christian education for the community and vicinity of South Lancaster.
It is located on George Hill Road in South Lancaster, Massachusetts.
Diverse Student Body
We believe every student should be challenged to reach his or her peak performance.
To do this, we offer exciting educational opportunities and stimulating learning environments.
We focus on students as individuals, each with unique needs and capabilities.
We welcome and encourage parents to be involved.
From preschool on, our teachers seek to develop, nurture, lead and inspire.
It's a mission we undertake with joy and enthusiasm, knowing the education of children and helping to prepare them for heaven are the most important things a school can do.

South Lancaster Academy is a co-educational Preschool-12 school owned and operated by Seventh-day Adventists to provide a Christian education for the community and vicinity of South Lancaster.
It is located on George Hill Road in South Lancaster, Massachusetts.
Diverse student body
We believe every student should be challenged to reach his or her peak performance.
To do this, we offer exciting educational opportunities and stimulating learning environments.
We focus on students as individuals, each with unique needs and capabilities.
We welcome and encourage parents to be involved.
From preschool on, our teachers seek to develop, nurture, lead and inspire.
It's a mission we undertake with joy and enthusiasm, knowing the education of children and helping to prepare them for heaven are the most important things a school can do.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does South Lancaster Academy cost?

South Lancaster Academy's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of South Lancaster Academy?

The acceptance rate of South Lancaster Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

What sports does South Lancaster Academy offer?

South Lancaster Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Snowboarding, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is South Lancaster Academy's ranking?

South Lancaster Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for South Lancaster Academy?

The application deadline for South Lancaster Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Worcester County, MA is $18,660 for elementary schools and $41,133 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Worcester County, MA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).