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Salisbury School
251 Canaan Road, Salisbury, CT 06068 - View a map of this school Map
tel: 860-435-5732

Salisbury School sits on a beautiful hilltop in northwestern Connecticut approximately two hours from the heart of New York City. A Salisbury education combines academic rigor and support. Our 17 AP classes and the long-established Rudd Learning Center are good examples of our commitment to and understanding of educating boys and their learning styles. The unique Residential Life Program builds community pride and unity through shared experience and service. The new academic (Centennial Humanities Building, Wachtmeister Mathematics and Science Building) and athletic facilities (Flood Athletic Center)are second-to-none for a school our size. Each Salisbury boy gains the enthusiasm for learning and self-confidence needed for intellectual, spiritual, physical and moral development. Meeting one's potential is the hallmark of a Salisbury education. In a single-gender classroom, faculty know, understand and celebrate what it means to be a boy!
  • Salisbury School Admissions Travel Schedule 2009-10 8/7-9-Pre Prep Showcase; Salem, NH 9/10-12-School Connection Consultant Meetings; Baltimore, MD 9/15-Bedford, NY School Fair 9/17-AFAO Meeting (8:30am), Hotchkiss School, CT 9/17-WCBS School ...read more
  • Salisbury defeated Exeter 4-0 to become the 2009 New England Champions. Overcoming a few challenges, the boys pulled together and had an unforgettable year. On route to winning the New England Championship, these guys amassed a 20-4-3 record which included ...read more
  • Salisbury Wins WNEPSLA Lacrosse Championship Congratulations to the 2009 Varsity Lacrosse Team for winning the Western New England Prep School Lacrosse Association Championship! The Crimson Knights are co-champs of the Division I title with Deerfield ...read more
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Overview:
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 1900
Campus Size 725 acres 135 acres
     
Student Body    
Enrollment 303 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 10% 18%
Percent International Students 15% 16%
Percent Students Boarding 93% 70%
Average SAT Score 1750 *National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad Year Yes No
     
Academics and Faculty    
Saturday Classes Yes No
Frequency of Saturday Classes Weekly Less than once a month
Classroom Dress Code Formal Casual
Average Class Size 12 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% 60%
Summer Program Offered Yes Yes
     
Finances    
Endowment Size $40 million $15 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $43,700 $39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $34,700 $22,560
Percent Students on Financial Aid 31% 31%
Average Financial Aid Grant $28,500 $18,000
Merit Scholarships Offered Yes No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling Jan. 15
Accepts Common 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:
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
AP / Advanced Courses:    
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 17 14


English Language and Composition World History
US History Statistics
Spanish Physics
Latin III
II French
English Literature and Composition Economics
Computer Science-Java I Chemistry
Biology BC Calculus
AB Calculus 
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 21 13


Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCrew
Cross CountryCycling
FootballFreestyle Skiing
GolfIce Hockey
KayakingLacrosse
Mountain BikingPaddle Tennis
Rock ClimbingSailing
SnowboardingSoccer
SquashTennis
Wrestling 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 27 23
 
 
AcapellaBand
Christian FellowshipCrop Walk
Dormitory PrefectsDramatic Society
Film MakingFly Fishing
Food CommitteeGospel Choir
GuitarHonor Committee
Improv GroupInventors Club
Jazz BandKey Society
Math ClubQuiz Bowl
Radio StationScience Club
Spring Softball LeagueStudent Activities Committee
Student CouncilStudent Council
Student NewspaperTour de Sol Club
Vestry 
College Matriculation:  
Year: 2008
United States Military Academy
4
Brown University
3
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
3
Trinity College
3
Colgate University
2
Fordham University
2
New York University
2
United States Naval Academy
2
University of Colorado, Boulder
2
University of Pennsylvania
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: 10/10/2009
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