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A 4.8 Connecticut, US
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Overall
A
Matriculation A
Academics B
Extracurriculars A
Community A-
Reviews A
For almost 100 years, Walker’s has been recognized as one of the nation’s finest college-preparatory schools for young women,. The School empowers girls to lead with integrity, confidence, courage and conviction. Members of this diverse community are dedicated to scholarship, the arts, athletics, wellness and service. Walker's welcomes girls in grades 6 through 12, offering the only all-girls independent middle school in the Hartford area.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$74900
Enrollment
236
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
88%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$24.79 millions
AP
3
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
12
Boarding %
60

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2021)
Ranking University/College Students
#5 Yale University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
LAC #2 Amherst College 1 +
#13 Dartmouth College 1 +
#14 Brown University 1 +
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1 +
#22 University of California: Berkeley 1 +
#25 Carnegie Mellon University 1 +
LAC #5 Wellesley College 1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(3)

Sports

(11)
Basketball
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Basketball
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(21)
Classics Club
Daemon Club
Debate Club
French Club
Justice League
Poetry Club
Classics Club
Daemon Club
Debate Club
French Club
Justice League
Poetry Club
Science Club
Sustainability Club
Writing Fellows
Asian Student Collective
Black Student Union
Latinx American Student Organization
Caribbean Club
WINGS
Jewish Student Union
SHINE
Student White Anti-Racist Group
Acting Out
Dance Club
National Arts Society
Photography Club
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Arts

(26)
A Cappella
Acting
Ballet
Chamber Orchestra
Choir
Dance
A Cappella
Acting
Ballet
Chamber Orchestra
Choir
Dance
Guitar
Improvisation
Jazz
Music
Percussion
Performing
Piano
Play Production
Playwriting
Theater
Theater Design
Vocal
3D Design
Art History
Ceramics
Drawing
Painting
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture
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Contact Info

http://www.ethelwalker.org
230 Bushy Hill Road Simsbury, CT 06070
860-408-4200
mshea@ethelwalker.org
Connecticut

Basic Info

All-girls
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1911
Campus Size: 300 acres
Boarding Rate: 60%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype, On Campus
School Code:
TOEFL: 3072
SSAT: 3076
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Ethel Walker School

Tell me a bit about The Ethel Walker School.
The Ethel Walker School is All-girls private boarding school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1911 , and currently has about 236 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.ethelwalker.org.
Does The Ethel Walker School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Ethel Walker School is offering 3 AP courses.

The Ethel Walker School also have 88% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Ethel Walker School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 9.09% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 1.82% go to top 25, and about 3.64% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Ethel Walker School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Ethel Walker School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for The Ethel Walker School’s All-girls student?
The total fee for The Ethel Walker School in 2024 is $74,900 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 mshea@ethelwalker.org .
Where is The Ethel Walker School located?
The Ethel Walker School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA.
How popular is The Ethel Walker School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Ethel Walker School is among the most popular schools, within top 101 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Ethel Walker School has been favorited by 269 users.
How to start with an application with The Ethel Walker School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Ethel Walker School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Ethel Walker School’s official site: http://www.ethelwalker.org or call them at 860-408-4200.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to The Ethel Walker School?
Yes, here are few: Avon Old Farms School, Miss Porter's School and Westminster School.

What is the FindingSchool rating for The Ethel Walker School?
The overall rating for The Ethel Walker School is A.

The section ratings of The Ethel Walker School are:
A for Matriculation
B for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

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Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.
Population (2022) 609,023
Cost of Living Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport Logan International Airport

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