99 Green Hill Rd., Washington, CT 06793 - 
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"Frederick W. Gunn, teacher, individualist, outdoorsman, believed strength of character to be the goal of true education. In 1850 he established a school that cultivated scholarship, physical fitness, mutual respect and personal integrity - the four cornerstones on which character is built. The Gunnery of today still stands squarely on the principles of its founder. A skilled and committed faculty leads a diverse student body in a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum, rigorous athletics and a broad array of artistic and social activities. The values of citizenship and social responsibility are reinforced in a small, cohesive community which promotes maturity, dedication and lifelong accomplishment."
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The Gunnery
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1850 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 220 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 283 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 11% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 22% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 76% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1680 | * 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 | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $21 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $47,300 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $35,600 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 40% | 34% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Jan. 31 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 50% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | n/a | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Shannon M. Baudo | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | W. Jed Stuart | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Crew | |
| Cross Country | Field Hockey | |
| Football | Golf | |
| Ice Hockey | Lacrosse | |
| Snowboarding | Soccer | |
| Softball | Tennis | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | Wrestling | |
School Notes:
- Frederick W. Gunn, teacher, individualist, outdoorsman, believed strength of character to be the goal of true education. In 1850 he established a school that cultivated scholarship, physical fitness, mutual respect and personal integrity - the four cornerstones on which character is built.
- The Gunnery of today still stands squarely on the principles of its founder. A skilled and committed faculty leads a diverse student body in a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum, rigorous athletics and a broad array of artistic and social activities. The values of citizenship and social responsibility are reinforced in a small, cohesive community which promotes maturity, dedication and lifelong accomplishment.
- School accreditations: TABS, NAIS, CAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. David Abala '73 - Dr. Abala works for Duke University Medical Center where he specializes with prostate cancer. He works with the di Vinci Surgical Robot which is minimally invasive and offers patients an alternative to major surgery. For more visit our website!
- James Perse '91 - After graduating James persued fashion design, manufacturing, and merchandising and is known as a rising star in the world of designer clothing. In '96 he started his own buisness, James Perse Enterprises, Inc. For more visit our website!
- Sarah Scheel Cook '82 - Sarah is the Director of Quality Assurance for the Schwans Food Company, Bakery Division. Sarah and her staff ensure the food products meet all safety standards on both the state and national level. For more visit our website!
- George Grande '64 - A 35 year old veteran of the broadcasting business, George has been the sports announcer for the Cincinnati Reds on Fox Sports Net Ohio since '93. He has covered MLB since '65 and has been broadcasting MLB since '89. For more visit our website!
- Jesse Soffer '02 - Jesse Soffer graduated from The Gunnery in 2002 and went on to act on the popular day time show, As The World Turns.
- Profile last updated: 10/25/2011
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