Dana Hall School

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Dana Hall School

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
45 Dana Rd,  Wellesley, MA
4.2
3.9
481 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
31
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$63,850
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
80
Part Time Teachers
2
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1380
Math
680
Verbal
690
Average ACT
31
Math
29
English
32
Reading
33
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
98%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
62.1%
Black
18.4%
Hispanic
8.7%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian
4.1%

School Rankings

#2 Best All Girls Schools in Massachusetts
#16 Best Boarding HS in Massachusetts
#21 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Massachusetts
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Boston University 65 Students
Brown University 58 Students
Northeastern University 53 Students
New York University 52 Students
Syracuse University 41 Students
Boston College 39 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst 38 Students
Tufts University 38 Students
Georgetown University 35 Students
George Washington University 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 60 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Biology 36 Students
Political Science and Government 35 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 32 Students
Pre-Law Studies 28 Students
Economics 22 Students
English 21 Students
Marketing 18 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 78 Reviews
1.0
9/3/2025
I have heard a lot of great things about this school but frankly, it's not that great. There are much better options. They say they're all about "bonding" and "commmunity" then why do people who are so nice, still not have friends.
4.0 Alum
6/18/2024
There is something to be said about the connections you make at Dana Hall. It is truly a sisterhood, one I am proud to have been a part of. I am extremely grateful for my silver sisters and all they have done for me.
4.0 Sophomore
6/1/2024
I'm now a rising Junior, and I am also an international boarding student. I think Dana is a quite a solid school but it really is up to you to be successful because some of the resources and generally on how the scholl is stuctured makes learning here a bit more difficult than usual. With that being said, it is a litte cliché to say but the people here are the the best part of Dana. Consider applying if you're student who is planning out an ambitious future, but I can tell it's far from perfect.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 7 Reviews
3.0 parent
8/25/2023
About to enter high school there, so we will see soon how it compares to the MS. Leadership at both levels is lacking, and especially direction, identity. We were greatly disturbed that there wasn’t more class discussion about current events, politics, global warming, international relations, as if...
1.0 parent
12/18/2021
Our experience is one of regret. Wish we never sent our daughter there. Lack of culture of kindness and respect, which results in unhealthy, intolerant, unfriendly, and clicky culture. Lack of leadership from the staff and the way the school is run. DH is always behind the curve and trying to keep i...
5.0 other
3/28/2014
Just attended the Dana Days revisit day and I can hardly wait to go to this high school. I especially liked the teachers and the many options I will have there. I'm not really athletic and can do rock climbing and the fitness classes. Everyone was welcoming and kind.
3.0 other
3/19/2014
This school focuses mainly on sports. Of course, academics are a priority, but their music school fell short of my expectations. I decided to attend Dana because of their music school. They lead me to believe that I would have good opportunities there to pursue music. Unlike any other programs there...

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Dana Hall School is a private school for students in grades 6-12 located at 45 Dana Rd in Wellesley, MA. Annual tuition is $63,850. The school has a total enrollment of 481 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Dana Hall School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1380 and an ACT score of 31. The average home value in this area is $2,060,390. Discover additional schools in the area, like Star Academy for the Gifted and Talented, Riverbend School, Walnut Hill School for the Arts, and more. Learn more about what Wellesley has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dana Hall School.

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