School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A+
Matriculation
A+
Academics
A+
Extracurriculars
B
Geo & Community
A+
Reviews
A-
Commonwealth School's mission is to educate young people from diverse backgrounds to become knowledgeable, thoughtful, and creative adults, capable of careful analysis, fruitful cooperation, and deep commitment. Commonwealth aims to be a school to with the highest standards of academic excellence; where students learn to think for themselves and to exercise responsibility and initiative in their actions; with a community of talented teachers and promising students from diverse backgrounds; that takes maximum advantage of its rich urban setting; where arts are a vital element of daily life; that provides the friendly atmosphere of a small, supportive community; and that helps students establish the foundation for rewarding and productive lives.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$60,075
Enrollment
163
International Students
5%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
89%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$1 million
AP
15
Average SAT Score
1470
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
10
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Harvard College | 1 + |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 + |
| #9 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 + |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 + |
| LAC #2 | Amherst College | 1 + |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 + |
| LAC #3 | Swarthmore College | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2025) Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(15)|
Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Statistics
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European History
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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United States History
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English Literature and Composition
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Sports
(7)|
Basketball
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Fencing
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Running
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Sailing
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Soccer
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Basketball
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Fencing
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Running
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Sailing
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Soccer
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(31)|
Chess Club
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Coding Club
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Commonwealth Cares
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Commonwealth Food Initiative
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Chess Club
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Coding Club
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Community Service Club
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Cooking Club
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D&D
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Debate Team
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Drawing and Animation Club
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Engineering Club
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Environmental Club
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Evil Genius Club
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F1 Club
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Film Analysis Club
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French Club
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Football Club
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Go Club
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Investment Club
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Knitting Cult
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The Leek
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Literary Magazine (Helicon)
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Math Team
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Model Congress
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Model UN
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Newspaper (Commonwealth Chronicle)
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Politics Club
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Quiz Bowl
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Robotics Team
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Arts
(13)|
Acting
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Choral
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Chorus
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Acting
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Choral
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Chorus
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Ceramics
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Drawing
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
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Art
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Storytelling
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Commonwealth School
Tell me a bit about Commonwealth School.
Commonwealth School is Co-ed private day school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1957 , and currently has about 163 students, 5.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.commschool.org.
For more official information, please visit https://www.commschool.org.
Does Commonwealth School have rigorous academic requirements?
Commonwealth School is offering 15 AP courses.
In recent years, 85 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Commonwealth School also have 89% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 85 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Commonwealth School also have 89% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Commonwealth School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 8.82% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 11.76% go to top 25, and about 5.88% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Commonwealth School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Commonwealth School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Commonwealth School?
The day tuition for Commonwealth School in 2024 is
$60,075 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@commschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@commschool.org .
Where is Commonwealth School located?
Commonwealth School is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 0 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Commonwealth School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Commonwealth School is among the most popular schools, within top 184 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Commonwealth School has been favorited by 124 users.
Also Commonwealth School has been favorited by 124 users.
How do I complete an application for Commonwealth School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Commonwealth School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Commonwealth School’s official site: https://www.commschool.org or call them at 617-266-7525.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Commonwealth School’s official site: https://www.commschool.org or call them at 617-266-7525.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Commonwealth School?
Yes, here are few:
Boston University Academy, Cathedral High School-MA and The Newman School.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Commonwealth School?
The overall rating for Commonwealth School is A+.
The section ratings of Commonwealth School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Commonwealth School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.
Population (2022)
609,023
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Logan International Airport
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