Since 1911, Walker’s has been recognized as one of the nation’s finest college-preparatory schools for young women.
The School empowers its students 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.
| Definition of Terms 2014 School Data |
The Ethel Walker | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12, PG | 7-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12, PG | 7-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1911 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 300 acres | 120 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 258 students | 295 students |
| % Students of Color | 26% | 19% |
| % International Students | 19% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 62% | 68% |
| Average SAT Score | 1724 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1620 - 2120 | - |
| Average ACT score | 23 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 16 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65% | 67% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $15 million | $15 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) |
$56,450 | $48,400 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) |
$41,000 ($36,200 Middle School) |
$26,800 |
| Tuition international students | $59,400 | $45,400 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 45% | 35% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 65% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 66% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Missy Shea |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 14 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball | |
College Matriculation
| Year: - | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
Walker's welcomes girls in grades 6-12, blending the strengths and advantages of boarding and day schools to create a vibrant learning community (boarding grades 9-12, day grades 6-12). The School offers more than 140 courses, with 19 AP classes and 22 honors sections, and expects our students to be involved in a variety of athletic and extra-curricular opportunities. Our graduates are fully prepared to succeed and excel at the college or university of their choice. Our location in Simsbury, CT is convenient to major airports and other transportation.
- School accreditations: NEASC, TABS, CAIS
Nearby Schools:
The nearest boarding school is Westminster School (3.5 miles away)
- School Location Miles Students Grades
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SimsburyWestminster School
995 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 408 30603.5 mi | 390 students | Gr. 9-12 -
AvonAvon Old Farms School
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
800-464-28664.9 mi | 409 students | Gr. 9-12 -
FarmingtonMiss Porter's School
60 Main Street
Farmington, CT 06032
860-409-35308.8 mi | 320 students | Gr. 9-12 -
WindsorThe Loomis Chaffee School
Office of Admission
Windsor, CT 06095
860-687-64009.8 mi | 650 students | Gr. 9-12 -
SuffieldSuffield Academy
Suffield Academy
Suffield, CT 06078
860-386-444013.2 mi | 415 students | Gr. 9-12
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