School Overview
Data & methodology
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
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The International School of Boston (ISB) offers a comprehensive bilingual program Pre-K through 12th grade with an international focus, embracing the best practices and highest educational standards of both American and French educational traditions. In 9th grade, students have the choice between the International Program taught in English, leading to the International Baccalaureate, and the Bilingual Program following the French curriculum, leading to the French Baccalaureate.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$51,260
Enrollment
580
International Students
55%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
29
Class Size
17
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Columbia University | 1 + |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 + |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 + |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 + |
| #17 | Cornell University | 1 + |
| #20 | University of California: Los Angeles | 1 + |
| LAC #4 | Pomona College | 1 + |
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Academics
IB
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IB Chinese A: Language and Literature (SL,HL)
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IB French A: Language and Literature (SL,HL)
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IB Spanish B (SL,HL)
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IB Theory of Knowledge (SL,HL)
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Sports
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Astronomy
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Arts
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about International School of Boston
Tell me a bit about International School of Boston.
International School of Boston is Co-ed private day school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1962 , and currently has about 580 students, 55.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.isbos.org.
For more official information, please visit https://www.isbos.org.
Does International School of Boston have rigorous academic requirements?
International School of Boston also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do International School of Boston students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% 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 International School of Boston?
Similar to most private schools in the US, International School of Boston’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for International School of Boston?
The day tuition for International School of Boston in 2024 is
$51,260 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@isbos.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@isbos.org .
Where is International School of Boston located?
International School of Boston is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 4 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is International School of Boston on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, International School of Boston is among the most popular schools, within top 417 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also International School of Boston has been favorited by 29 users.
Also International School of Boston has been favorited by 29 users.
How do I complete an application for International School of Boston?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about International School of Boston. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit International School of Boston’s official site: https://www.isbos.org or call them at 617-499-1451.
Also it is highly recommended to visit International School of Boston’s official site: https://www.isbos.org or call them at 617-499-1451.
Are there additional schools that are located close to International School of Boston?
Yes, here are few:
Dearborn Academy, North Cambridge Catholic High School and St. Clement Elementary 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 International School of Boston?
The overall rating for International School of Boston is B.
The section ratings of International School of Boston are:
B for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of International School of Boston are:
B for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B- 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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