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Located in the center of Farmington, Conn., Porter's is a college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades nine through 12. Founded in 1843 by life-long scholar and educator, Sarah Porter, the school's dynamic, rigorous, well-rounded approach to education prepares girls to expand their minds and grow into socially engaged, confident young women. With 322 students hailing from 22 states and representing 27 countries, Porter's provides a diverse high school experience that helps young women become local and global leaders of the future. For more information about Porter's, please visit www.porters.org.
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Miss Porter's School
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Boarding School Avg.
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1843 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 50 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 333 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 22% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 13% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 67% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1896 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1730 - 2060 | - |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 11 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 63% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $100 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $46,650 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $36,850 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 34% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $27,817 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 70% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 43% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Liz Schmitt | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 17 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Badminton | |
| Basketball | Crew | |
| Cross Country | Equestrian | |
| Field Hockey | Golf | |
| Lacrosse | Soccer | |
| Softball | Squash | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Ultimate Frisbee | |
| Volleyball | ||
School Notes:
- School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Notable Alumnae - www.porters.org/alumnae
- Profile last updated: 08/16/2011
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