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International School Of Boston

45 Matignon Road Cambridge, MA 02140

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 540 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $51,260
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 540 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $51,260
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

International School Of Boston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1962
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 16, 2027

Student Body

Total Students
540 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
14 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition between $29,500 and $51,260
% on Financial Aid
23%
Admissions Director
Alex Patturelli
Admissions Associate
Elisabeth Geffray
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
School Mascot
Volt The Blue Terrier

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
56 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ArabicArchery
ArtAstronomy
BadmintonBallet
BasketballBioBuilder
BotanyChess
Chorus and Select SingersClub Philo
CodingComputer Science
CookingDance
Digital ArtDiscover of Music
EcoEntrepreneurship
FarsiFashion Illustration
FencingFilm
FinanceGirls Who Code
ISB RadioJazz / Rock Band
KarateLegos
Life ArtMandarin
Marine BiologyMath
Math GamesMath Olympiad
MeteorologyModel United Nations Team
Movie MakingPrivate Music Instruction
SailingSoccer
Social ActionSpanish Conversation & Games
STEMStorytelling and Creative Writing
Student AmbassadorsStudent Council
SwimmingTennis
Theater CompanyUltimate Frisbee
WatercolorsWeird Science
Yearbook ClubYoga

School Notes

  • The International School of Boston (ISB) opens a world of possibilities for students from preschool through Grade 12.
  • ISB provides a rigorous multilingual education, inclusive cultural experiences, and a fearless global mindset needed to learn and lead, both today and in the future.
  • The International School of Boston (ISB) opens a world of possibilities for students from preschool through Grade 12. ISB provides a rigorous multilingual education, inclusive cultural experiences, and a fearless global mindset needed to learn and lead, both today and in the future.
  • At ISB, students are immersed in a dynamic learning environment. Classes are taught in English and French, equipping students with not only the ability to fluently speak at least two languages, but also empowering them to think in at least two languages. Their minds will be forever opened to the diverse ideas, insights, and innovations of peoples, countries, and societies that they will discover at ISB and beyond.
  • The ISB priority application deadline is January 15. There is no fee to apply, and need-based financial aid is available. No prior knowledge of French, Chinese, or Spanish is required for admission.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does International School Of Boston cost?
International School Of Boston's tuition is approximately $51,260 for private students.
Does International School Of Boston offer a summer program?
Yes, International School Of Boston offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does International School Of Boston offer?
International School Of Boston offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Fencing, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is International School Of Boston's ranking?
International School Of Boston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for International School Of Boston?
The application deadline for International School Of Boston is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
We initially signed our kids up to pre-K and K at ISB so that they could learn French during the critical language acquisition years of their lives. 6 years later, both kids are still at the school, and we could not be happier. The quality of the education is unmatched! I have had this confirmed by multiple friends of ours who moved (either to a new city or just to a new school in Boston) and have told me that their kids had advanced skills and knowledge compared to their peers in their new schools. In addition, and importantly, the experience for the students is top-notch. My children genuinely love going to school, are excited to learn, and embrace each new year with enthusiasm and joy. Every year, my husband and I ask ourselves if we should keep our kids at ISB, and every year we immediately and unreservedly say YES.
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5  
Parent of a twelfth grader. We're getting nostalgic already but are so excited for our son who has just been admitted ED to Columbia. Amazingly diverse student body and faculty. Small classes but with a lot of individualized focus on students. Emphasis on student independence which we know will benefit him in NYC next year. I've heard admissions is getting increasingly competitive. We're thankful our son could get it when he did so many years ago!
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5  
We've been with ISB for several years now and my daughter is so happy with the program and with her friends. Teachers are amazing, dedicated, well-educated and really care about their students. Love the emphasis on building empathy and valuing the diversity of perspective. She is in middle school now and we plan to stay for the IB program in the upper school.
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5  
We've been with ISB for several years now. One child in middle school, the other in upper school. We were previously happy with the school but are even happier now with the recent change in leadership. Our children have thrived at ISB. They come from an English-speaking home, so the opportunity to connect them with another language and with a more globally focused curriculum and internationally diverse student community has been amazing.
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The average private school tuition in Cambridge, MA is $30,545 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cambridge, MA is 43% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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