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A 4.7 Recommended Connecticut, US
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Admission Office admission@missporters.org

School Overview

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Overall
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Matriculation A
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community A
Reviews A
Top US Boarding School Close in Location to N.Y.C. Global Exchange Program Summer Programs Close in Location to D.C. Girls-Centered Education
Founded in 1843 by lifelong scholar and educator, Sarah Porter, Miss Porter`s School is a college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades nine through 12.Located in the center of Farmington, Conn., Porter`s offers a diverse high school experience with 320 students hailing from 27 states and representing 16 countries.The school educates young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens who will shape a changing world.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$70,750
Enrollment
330
International Students
16%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
85%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
Endowment
$128 million
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
30
Class Size
12
Boarding %
63

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#3 Stanford University 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 Northwestern University 1 +
#12 Dartmouth College 1 +
#13 Brown University 1 +
#17 Cornell University 1 +
#18 Columbia University 1 +

Academics

Sports

(16)
Badminton
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Equestrain
Field Hockey
Badminton
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Equestrain
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(45)
AIDS Awareness Club
Am I (Analyzing Media Intellectually
Internally & Internationally)
Animal Rights Club
Animation Club
Archive Club
AIDS Awareness Club
Am I (Analyzing Media Intellectually
Internally & Internationally)
Animal Rights Club
Animation Club
Archive Club
Art Appreciation Club
Asian Club
Athletic Association
Christian Fellowship Club
Concordia (community service club)
Culture Club
Debate Club
Democrats Club
Earth Club
French Club
HACIA Democracy Club
Hispanic Cultural Club
International Student Club
Jewish Student Union
Knitting Club
LOV (Ladies of Vitality)
MAFIA (Making Amateur Fun of Improv Arts)
Model UN
Perilhettes (senior singing group)
Players Mandolin Performance Troupe
Show More (20 extracurriculars)Poetry Club
Republican Club
Salmagundy (newspaper)
Science Bowl
Sister-to-Sister
Society for National and International Affairs
Spectrum
Spirit Squad
STAND
Stock Market Club
Student Activities
Student Peace Alliance
Sushi Club
Tea Club
Tour Guides (admissions)
UBUNTU (Africa Club)
Warm Hands
Warm Hearts
Watu Wazuri (multicultural organization)
Youth in Action Group
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Arts

(11)
Painting
Drawing
Pottery
Photography
Filmmaking
Printmaking
Painting
Drawing
Pottery
Photography
Filmmaking
Printmaking
Art History
Digital Art
Drama
Dance
Music
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School Link

Contact Info

http://www.porters.org
60 Main Street, Farmington, CT 06032
860-409-3530
admission@missporters.org
Connecticut

Basic Info

All-girls
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1843
Campus Size: 50 acres
Boarding Rate: 63%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: SSAT,TOEFL
School Code:
TOEFL: 8606
SSAT: 5122
ISEE: 70210

Frequently Ask Questions about Miss Porter's School

Tell me a bit about Miss Porter's School.
Miss Porter's School is All-girls private boarding school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1843 , and currently has about 330 students, 16.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.porters.org.
Does Miss Porter's School have rigorous academic requirements?
Miss Porter's School also have 85% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Miss Porter's School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended Stanford University, Yale University, University of Chicago, University of Pennsylvania and Northwestern University.
What is the application requirement for Miss Porter's School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Miss Porter's School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Miss Porter's School?
The total fee for Miss Porter's School in 2024 is $70,750 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@missporters.org .
Where is Miss Porter's School located?
Miss Porter's School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA.
How popular is Miss Porter's School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Miss Porter's School is among the most popular schools, within top 63 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Miss Porter's School has been favorited by 528 users.
How do I complete an application for Miss Porter's School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Miss Porter's School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Miss Porter's School’s official site: http://www.porters.org or call them at 860-409-3530.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Miss Porter's School?
Yes, here are few: Avon Old Farms School, The Ethel Walker School and Westminster School.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Miss Porter's School?
The overall rating for Miss Porter's School is A.

The section ratings of Miss Porter's School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

New York, New York
New York City, often referred to as NYC, is the most populous city in the United States with a 2020 population of 8.8 million. It is the cultural, financial, and entertainment hub of the world, renowned for its iconic landmarks like Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. The city is home to global institutions such as the United Nations and Wall Street. Known for its diversity and vibrant arts scene, New York City plays a crucial role in shaping international commerce, politics, and culture.
Population (2022) 8,363,710
Cost of Living Higher than average 146%
Nearby Airport JFK aireport

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