Mater Dolorosa Catholic School

Mater Dolorosa Elementary School is a Passionist Retreat Center, preaching the Passion of Jesus Christ.
We seek to welcome all who wish to hear the message of the Passion through our traditions of preaching, hospitality, and compassion.
We resolve to place our focus on the Passion of Jesus Christ and its relevance in the lives of people today.
We also resolve to foster and promote spiritual growth and renewal through Passionist retreat programs, and by providing a peaceful environment of prayer and reflection.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 209 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
209 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Mater Dolorosa Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Mater Dolorosa Elementary School is a Passionist Retreat Center, preaching the Passion of Jesus Christ. We seek to welcome all who wish to hear the message of the Passion through our traditions of preaching, hospitality, and compassion. We resolve to place our focus on the Passion of Jesus Christ and its relevance in the lives of people today. We also resolve to foster and promote spiritual growth and renewal through Passionist retreat programs, and by providing a peaceful environment of prayer and reflection.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Mater Dolorosa Catholic School?
The application deadline for Mater Dolorosa Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 209 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Hampden County, MA is $32,310 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Hampden County, MA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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