Private Schools in Dighton, Massachusetts

Moses Brown School is a prestigious Quaker-independent school located just 15 miles from Dighton in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1784, it offers a rigorous college preparatory education for students from preschool through 12th grade. The school features state-of-the-art facilities including modern science labs, extensive athletic facilities, and dedicated arts spaces. With small class sizes averaging 15 students, MB provides personalized attention and emphasizes character education alongside academic excellence. The school's comprehensive curriculum includes advanced STEM programs, extensive arts offerings, and competitive athletics. Many graduates attend top-tier universities nationwide.

The Wheeler School is a highly-regarded independent school located approximately 15 miles from Dighton in Providence. Serving students from nursery through 12th grade, Wheeler offers a challenging academic program with extensive Advanced Placement opportunities. The school is known for its innovative Aerie Program that integrates academics with real-world experiences. Facilities include modern classrooms, multiple science laboratories, art studios, performance spaces, and extensive athletic facilities. Wheeler emphasizes both academic rigor and character development, with a strong focus on community engagement and leadership development. The school maintains an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio ensuring personalized attention.

Bristol County Agricultural High School is a public agricultural school located directly in Dighton that serves students from across Bristol County. While technically a public school, it operates as a selective-admission school with a specialized private-school-like environment. The school offers comprehensive college preparatory academics combined with intensive vocational training in agricultural sciences, veterinary technology, environmental science, and related fields. Students benefit from hands-on learning on the school's 300-acre campus, which includes working farms, greenhouses, and modern laboratories. The school maintains small class sizes and offers extensive extracurricular opportunities. Many graduates pursue higher education in STEM fields at competitive colleges and universities.