251 Canaan Road, Salisbury, CT 06068 - 
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Salisbury is a boys' school in northwestern Connecticut, two hours north of New York City. 93% of our 305 students board. We believe strongly in the value of a single-sex environment and the purposefulness of nurturing success. We offer a traditional secondary school curriculum to prepare students for the rigors of college. Honors level and advanced placement courses are available for students seeking a more challenging curriculum. Some required courses also offer sections at a more moderate pace. The Rudd Learning Center and additional resources are available to students in need of additional support; approximately 30% of our boys are enrolled in tutoring. As experts in educating boys, we combine opportunities to educate the whole boy in gender specific designed programs: arts, athletics, clubs, activities, lecture series, coed weekend activities and a residential life program. For 305 students, our facility is second to none; our academic and athletic facilities were built new or completely renovated in the last decade. Salisbury boys are confident, spirited, curious, loyal, gentlemen and brothers.
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Salisbury School
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1901 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 725 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 305 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 10% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 19% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 94% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1810 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $45 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $47,475 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $37,500 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $48,570 | $40,100 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 32% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $32,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 54% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 39% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Peter B. Gilbert | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Matthew B. Corkery | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AB Calculus | BC Calculus | |
| Biology | Chemistry | |
| Computer Science-Java I | Economics | |
| English Literature and Composition | French | |
| II | III | |
| Latin | Physics | |
| Spanish | Statistics | |
| US History | World History | |
| English Language and Composition | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 21 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Crew | |
| Cross Country | Cycling | |
| Football | Freestyle Skiing | |
| Golf | Ice Hockey | |
| Kayaking | Lacrosse | |
| Mountain Biking | Paddle Tennis | |
| Rock Climbing | Sailing | |
| Snowboarding | Soccer | |
| Squash | Tennis | |
| Wrestling | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 26 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Acapella | Band | |
| Christian Fellowship | Crop Walk | |
| Dormitory Prefects | Dramatic Society | |
| Film Making | Fly Fishing | |
| Food Committee | Gospel Choir | |
| Guitar | Honor Committee | |
| Improv Group | Inventors Club | |
| Jazz Band | Key Society | |
| Math Club | Quiz Bowl | |
| Radio Station | Science Club | |
| Spring Softball League | Student Activities Committee | |
| Student Council | Student Newspaper | |
| Tour de Sol Club | Vestry | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2008 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| United States Naval Academy | 5 | |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | 4 | |
| Skidmore College | 3 | |
| Southern Methodist University | 3 | |
| Union College | 3 | |
| Brown University | 2 | |
| Columbia University | 2 | |
| Cornell University | 2 | |
| Northwestern University | 2 | |
| Trinity College | 2 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- In 2001, Salisbury entered its second century of educating boys. Our school is home to one of the most beautiful campuses in New England. Salisbury's "Hilltop" is located in northwestern Connecticut's Berkshire Foothills.
- Boys at Salisbury are part of a community. From the moment they first arrive to the day they graduate, our students all play important roles in the life of the School. Salisbury provides an environment that allows each boy to find success and enjoy himself along the way.
- Almost $60 million dollars in campus improvements have transformed Salisbury's campus. The new academic, athletic and social facilities are remarkable. The Wachtmeister Field (Field Turf) added an all-weather athletic field in the fall of 2007. The Flood Athletic Center (hockey, basketball, wrestling, squash, locker rooms and fitness center) opened in the fall of 2009.
- Since 1946, the COED Salisbury Summer School has helped students improve their study skills, reading ability and written expression. An experienced faculty use a structured curriculum to help students become effective learners while also allowing for free time and recreation in the afternoons. In addition to the traditional academic program there are other exceptional programs: English and mathematics make-up credits, English as a Second Language, SAT preparation and arts and crafts.
- LD types supported: skill based tutoring available
- Profile last updated: 09/28/2011
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- Deerfield Academy - 630 students - 55.1 mi. away - view location
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