282 Farmers Row, Box 991, Groton, MA 01450 - 
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"Founded in 1884 by Rev. Endicott Peabody, Groton's original aims included the intellectual, moral and physical development of its students in grades seven through twelve towards preparation for both college and 'the active work of life.' Now a coeducational, primarily residential school of 174 girls and 182 boys in grades eight through twelve, we set for our students the highest standards of academic achievement, intellectual growth, ethical awareness and behavior, sportsmanship, athletic endeavor and service to others..."
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Groton School
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 8-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1884 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 415 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 370 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 32% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 12% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 84% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 2080 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 2200 - 1930 | - |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 13 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 72% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $266 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $49,810 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $38,420 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 37% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $34,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 90% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 19% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Ian M. Gracey | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 14 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Crew | Cross Country | |
| Dance | Field Hockey | |
| Football | Ice Hockey | |
| Lacrosse | Soccer | |
| Squash | Swimming | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2007-2011 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| Harvard | 30 | |
| Georgetown | 23 | |
| Trinity | 12 | |
| U. St. Andrews | 12 | |
| Brown | 11 | |
| Princeton | 11 | |
| Stanford | 11 | |
| Vanderbilt | 11 | |
| Wellesley | 11 | |
| Yale | 11 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- Groton comprises what seem like contradictions. It’s a small school with the resources and programs of a much larger one. School traditions reserve time for sharing modern ideas and diverse personal relationships. An emphasis on developing character, intellect, and leadership encourages the risk-taking that assures student self-discovery. A serene, rural campus provides the location for a lively, fast-paced, and rewarding education. Our students' personal growth, scholarship, athleticism, and artistic talent are nurtured carefully. Annually, 35% of the students receive $4 million in need-based aid.
- Profile last updated: 09/30/2011
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