Dedham Country Day School (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 309 students
Yearly Tuition: $38,975
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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Dedham Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dedham Country Day School
Pre-K	23
Kind	29
1	21
2	34
3	33
4	33
5	34
6	36
7	35
8	31

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1903

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Wed. Jun 9, 2027

Campus Size

20 acres

School Motto

Learning Is a Way of Life

Student Body

Total Students

309 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

32%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

49 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

No sweatpants

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$38,975

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $31,050 for Pre-Kindergarten to $52,000 for middle school grades. Please visit our website for tuitions by grade.

% on Financial Aid

28%

Acceptance Rate

50%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Marcus Nelson

Admissions Associate

Deb White

Application URL

Endowment Size

$10 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryField Hockey

Flag FootballIce Hockey

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballSquash

Tennis

School Mascot

Hawk

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Affinity SpacesCulture Club

Dialogue Groups

Arts and Music Programs:

After School DramaPrivate Music Program

School Notes

Dedham Country Day School believes that balance matters - in learning and life.
DCD combines academic challenge with support; pedagogical tradition with innovation.
Strong scholastics combined with outstanding arts, athletics, and service-learning create a program that is balanced and whole. Children learn who they are as diverse individuals and how to be part of something bigger.
At DCD, a premium is placed on both academic and emotional intelligence.
For over 120 years, DCD has been welcoming young children, passionate teachers, and committed families to its pre-kindergarten through grade 8 learning community.
Visit us on our 17-acre campus, just minutes from Route 128 in Dedham.

At DCD, we believe that balance matters-in learning and life. We combine academic challenge with support; pedagogical tradition with innovation. Strong scholastics combined with outstanding arts and athletics create a program that is balanced and whole. Here, a premium is placed on both academic and emotional intelligence. Children learn who they are as diverse individuals and how to be part of something bigger. Acceptance is a given, and children find encouragement in every connection they make. It`s a community that nurtures, nudges, and gives. That`s how we grow "whole" children-and, ultimately, adults who will thrive with the intellectual and emotional capacity to contribute to their world and enjoy meaningful lives. Visit us, and you`ll get a sense of how our students learn to think creatively and critically. You`ll see that from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 8, kids are being kids-and being themselves. You`ll witness them tackling hands-on projects, collaborating, taking risks, solving problems-and, most of all, enjoying their experience. Explore DCD through our admissions events and a personal tour. Our 17-acre campus is just minutes from Route 128 in Dedham and offers children a wonderful space for outdoor learning, play, and athletic competition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dedham Country Day School cost?

Dedham Country Day School's tuition is approximately $38,975 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Dedham Country Day School?

The acceptance rate of Dedham Country Day School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 73%.

What sports does Dedham Country Day School offer?

Dedham Country Day School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash and Tennis.

What is Dedham Country Day School's ranking?

Dedham Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Dedham Country Day School?

The application deadline for Dedham Country Day School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5 8/12/2018

Our children started at DCD in 2007 in grades 4, 2 and Pre-K. From our first visit as prospective parents, we felt the special sense of community and connectedness that is a hallmark of the school. Teachers and students alike were engaging, happy and completely immersed in the school day. While at DCD, my children developed into engaged learners, well-rounded athletes, skilled artists (we have a musician, an actress, and a visual artist), strong self-advocates, and confident young adults. They were incredibly well prepared for high school, and two have gone on to successful college experiences with the life skills that began at DCD.

- Posted by Parent - Joanie

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The average private school tuition in Norfolk County, MA is $30,816 for elementary schools and $40,108 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Norfolk County, MA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).