Excellent

#9 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 2% of private schools

Boston College High School

Middle School

150 WILLIAM T MORRISSEY BLVD, Dorchester, MA 02125

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

2.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

2.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#9 of 388

In Dorchester

#1 of 6

public schools

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About Boston College High School

Boston College High School is a private middle school in Dorchester, MA. Boston College High School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 2.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston College High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares2.1 pts above MA schools

8.5

This school 8.5 · Excellent
MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 2.4:1 students to teachers, Boston College High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Boston College High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Boston College High School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Dorchester, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio

2.4:1

This School

10.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

273

This School

616

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.5

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.2% vs 0%

Black 8.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.3% vs 0%

Asian 6.2% vs 0%

Boston College High School Dorchester Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Boston College High School (this school)	—	273	2.4:1	8.5
Boston Collegiate Charter School	0.8 mi	688	8.5:1	8.1
Conservatory Lab Charter School	1.2 mi	444	14.8:1	7.9
Murphy K-8 School	1.5 mi	839	12.2:1	6.9
Frederick Pilot Middle School	1.6 mi	327	8:1	5.3
Neighborhood House Charter School	1.6 mi	856	11:1	5.3
Burke High School	1.9 mi	395	9.6:1	5.2
Boston Latin Academy	2.0 mi	1,693	17.3:1	6.8
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School	2.2 mi	359	10.3:1	6.4
Codman Academy Charter Public School	2.2 mi	336	7.3:1	6.1
Lee K-8 School	2.4 mi	527	9.4:1	4.5
Carter School	2.6 mi	31	—:1	4.9
TechBoston Academy	2.6 mi	870	12.1:1	4.5
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper	2.7 mi	639	7.6:1	3.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.

Classroom Attention

A 9.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,424.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 46%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 273

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 72.2%

Black 8.1%

Hispanic 7.3%

Asian 6.2%

Two or More 5.9%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

150 WILLIAM T MORRISSEY BLVD, Dorchester, MA 02125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boston College High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Boston), a more accessible option. Additionally, UP Academy Charter School of Boston (rated 3.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South Boston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Dever Elementary School Dorchester	0.2 mi	406	5.1
CRISTO REY BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester	0.5 mi	200	5.5
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACAD.-REGIONAL OFFICE Dorchester	0.7 mi	762	5.8
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY COLUMBIA CAMP Dorchester	0.7 mi	203	6.7
Everett Elementary School Dorchester	0.7 mi	278	5.8
Clap Elementary School Dorchester	0.8 mi	130	6.9
Russell Elementary School Dorchester	0.7 mi	346	4.2
Boston Collegiate Charter School Dorchester	0.8 mi	688	8.1
Perkins Elementary School South Boston	1.1 mi	149	4.4
Mather Elementary School Dorchester	0.9 mi	454	7.3
Excel High School South Boston	1.2 mi	387	4.0
UP Academy Charter School of Boston South Boston	1.2 mi	166	3.4
Boston Collaborative High School South Boston	1.2 mi	218	3.3
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School Boston	1.2 mi	95	4.9
Tynan Elementary School South Boston	1.3 mi	205	6.0
ST PETER ACADEMY South Boston	1.4 mi	25	—
Community Academy of Science and Health Dorchester	1.3 mi	341	5.4
Murphy K-8 School Dorchester	1.5 mi	839	6.9
Perry Elementary School South Boston	1.4 mi	181	9.7
Condon K-8 School South Boston	1.6 mi	580	3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,810

Median Home Value

$645,400

Median Rent

$1,897/mo

Population

33,069

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

35.2%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

34.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester, MA	274	8.4
Miles River Middle Hamilton, MA	378	8.6
Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst, MA	369	8.3
Hale Stow, MA	237	8.0
Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge, MA	270	9.2
Wood Hill Middle School Andover, MA	331	9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boston College High School

What grades does Boston College High School serve?

Boston College High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Boston College High School?

Boston College High School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boston College High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boston College High School is 2.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Boston College High School rank in MA?

Boston College High School ranks #9 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Boston College High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boston College High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Boston College High School a private school?

Yes, Boston College High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Boston College High School a religious school?

Boston College High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 64 Good Transit
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 7th – 8th
Enrollment: 273
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 2.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 113
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.7 hours
Days Per Year: 185 days
Setting: Large City
County: Suffolk County
Phone: (617) 474-5112

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