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Lawrence Academy

5.00 (1 review)
26 Powderhouse Road, P.O. Box 992 Groton MA 01450
Tel: (978) 448-1530
www.lacademy.edu
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 411 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $80,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $65,500
  • Acceptance rate: 31%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update
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About the School

  • Lawrence Academy, an independent boarding school for grades 9 through 12, is located in Groton, Mass. Our mission focuses on recognizing students for who they are, inspiring them to take responsibility for who they want to become, and empowering them to take action for the greater good. Our community welcomes 400 boarding and day students to our campus and prides itself on a warm, welcoming, and compassionate culture.Individualized learning and empowerment is a cornerstone of our program, a focus that extends beyond the classroom to athletics, the arts, clubs, community service, and experiential learning (via our Winterim program). Skilled at "teaching for understanding," faculty use innovative methods to help students learn in the way best suited for them. Each day, our Advisory system uses student interests, needs, and passions to help build pathways to individual goals and aspirations. We seek to see students grow in knowledge, confidence, and empathy, making meaningful contributions to the world once they leave our campus.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 411 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $80,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $65,500
  • Acceptance rate: 31%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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Top Rankings

Lawrence Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 270 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Overview

2026 School Data
Lawrence Academy
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1793
1906
Campus Size
140 acres
130 acres
School Motto
Omnibus Lucet: The light shines for all

Student Body

Enrollment
411 students
319 students
% Students of Color
23%
27%
% International Students
9%
21%
% Students Boarding
45%
65%
Average SAT Score
1153
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
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Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
13 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
# of AP Courses Offered
16
18
Courses
Honors Anatomy and PhysiologyHonors Biology
Honors CalculusHonors Chemistry
Honors ChineseHonors French
Honors LatinHonors Marine Science
Honors PhysicsHonors Pre-calculus
Honors SpanishHonors US History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$50 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$80,900
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$65,500
$40,400
% Students on Financial Aid
32%
40%

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Admissions

Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Acceptance Rate
31%
64%
Director of Admissions
Mike Polsonetti
Associate Director of Admissions
Sara Gillis
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
23
17
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCrew
Cross CountryCross Country Running
DanceField Hockey
FootballGolf
Ice HockeyLacrosse
Mountain BikingSkiing
SnowboardingSoccer
SoftballSquash
TennisTrack
Track and FieldVolleyball
Wrestling
Colors
Blue and Red
School Mascot
Spartan

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
33
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
A/V ClubAdmissions Tour Guides
Art for AllBusiness Club
Club 1899Community Service Advisory Board
Consortium (Literary Magazine)Debate Club
Did Jew Know (Religious Club)Environmental Sustainability Council
GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance)LA Embassy
Men's ClubMoral Courage Task Force
PAWsitive VibesRise Against Hunger
S[Hair]Spartan Leaders (Residential Life, New Students, International Students)
Student Government - Executive BoardStudent Government - Faculty-Student Senate
Student Government - Judiciary CouncilStudent Government Committees (Community Life, Food, Special Events, AAA-Academics, Arts & Athletics)
The Lawrencian (Yearbook)The Politics Club
Umoja (Unity)Yard Games Club


Arts and Music Programs:
LA SingersLawrencian Chorale
Performing Artists SeriesPrivate Vocal or Instrumental Instruction
Spring One Act Play FestivalTechnical Theater


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Yoga

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2023 - 2026
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Providence College
15
University of Vermont
15
Holy Cross
12
Bentley University
10
Northeastern University
10
Syracuse University
9
Colby College
8
Boston University
7
New York University
7
Fordham University
6
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School Notes

  • Lawrence Academy embraces an individualized approach to learning in a highly collaborative community of 400 boarding and day students. LA features a balanced academic program of intellectual development, self-discovery, wellness, and a desire to serve the greater good. Our curriculum is supported by LA`s advisory program; daily meetings between adults and a group of 4-8 students. In the classroom, faculty teach students how to think, not what to think, and commit to recognizing, inspiring, supporting, and empowering students as learners and as people. For students seeking additional support, LA offers a Learning Support program to help students acquire the skills necessary to succeed in the LA classroom. 
  • Co-curricular activities are key to the LA experience. In our arts program, our Dance students are mainstays at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, while the LA Singers frequently grace the stage at Carnegie Hall.  Young performers have a variety of music-focused courses, several vocal and instrumental performance groups and lessons available to them at Lawrence Academy. In addition to these on-campus offerings, Spartans are also encouraged to venture off campus for instrumental music studies at the nearby Groton Hill Music Center. Athletically, LA Spartans compete in the Independent School League and our student-athletes often move on to compete on NCAA squads. Clubs, diversity groups, and leadership roles of nearly every ilk also encourage students to develop in confidence and character. 
  • Winterim, LA`s two-week experiential education program, takes students outside the classroom. Science excursions to the Galapagos Islands, volunteering at a refugee camp in Greece, or exploring the legal system in Boston and Washington, D.C., are just a few of Winterim`s opportunities.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Tim Armstrong - AOL Chairman and CEO
    • Dana Messina - CEO and Owner of Steinway Piano
    • Audrey McNiff - Managing Director at Goldman Sachs
    • Page McConnell - Keyboard Player for Phish
    • Steve Heinze - '88 Olympian in Men's Hockey and Former NHL player for Boston Bruins and LA Kings
    • Laurie Baker - Three time Olympian in women's hockey
    • Antoine Wright - NBA player for Dallas Mavericks
    • Tyler Beede - Player for the San Francisco Giants
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lawrence Academy cost?
Lawrence Academy's tuition is approximately $80,900 for boarding students and $65,500 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lawrence Academy?
The acceptance rate of Lawrence Academy is 31%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Lawrence Academy?
Lawrence Academy famous alumni include: Tim Armstrong, Dana Messina, Audrey McNiff, Page McConnell, Steve Heinze, Laurie Baker, Antoine Wright and Tyler Beede.
What sports does Lawrence Academy offer?
Lawrence Academy offers 23 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Lawrence Academy's ranking?
Lawrence Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Lawrence Academy?
The application deadline for Lawrence Academy is Jan. 15.

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  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 411 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $80,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $65,500
  • Acceptance rate: 31%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update
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