Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,940
- Acceptance rate: 13%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Deerfield Academy
About the School
- Deerfield Academy is an independent secondary school committed to high standards of scholarship, citizenship, and personal responsibility. Through a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, extensive cocurricular program, and supportive residential environment, Deerfield encourages each student to develop an inquisitive and creative mind, sound body, and strong moral character. Set in a historic village bounded by river, hills, and farms, Deerfield inspires reflection, study and play, abiding friendships, and a defining school spirit. A vibrant, ethical community that embraces diversity, the Academy prepares students for leadership in a rapidly changing world that requires global understanding, environmental stewardship, and dedication to service.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,940
- Acceptance rate: 13%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Deerfield Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:
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Attribute
Boarding Focus
Student Attention
School Resources
School Resources
Selectivity
Offering Breadth
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
Student Test Scores
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School History
School Overview
2026 School Data
Deerfield Academy
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1797
1906
Campus Size
90 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Mon. May 31, 2027
School Motto
Be Worthy of Your Heritage
Student Body
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
73%
Summer Program Details
Accreditations
# of AP Courses Offered
40
18
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$920 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$79,940
$71,500
% Students on Financial Aid
38%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$56,000
$25,000
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
85%
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Acceptance Rate
13%
64%
Director of Admissions
Charles F. Davis, Jr.
Lee Greener
Lee Greener
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
28
17
Colors
Green
School Mascot
The Door
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
39
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Albany RoadLit Magazine
Alpine SkiingAmnesty International
Angling ClubArabic Club
Asian Students AssociationBallet
Ballroom DancingBlack Student Alliance
Black Student CoalitionCheerleaders
Christian FellowshipChristian Fellowship Club
Classical Music SocietyClassics Club
DanceDebate Forum
Deerfield ScrollDiversity Club
Environmental Action GroupFire Department Volunteers
Food ClubKnitting
Poetry NightResidence Hall Student Government
Ski/SnowboardingYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Animal Rights ClubAsian Student Association
ChessCurrent Issues Speakers Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fly Fishing Club
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Georgetown
44
Harvard
39
Yale
37
Brown
30
Univ. of Penn
29
Middlebury
25
Colgate
23
Trinity
23
Tufts
23
Williams
20
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- King Abdullah - King of Jordan
- John McPhee - Author
- Buddy Teevens - Collegiate football coach
- Matthew Fox - Actor
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Deerfield Academy cost?
Deerfield Academy's tuition is approximately $79,940 for boarding students.
What schools are Deerfield Academy often compared to?
Deerfield Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Academy Andover, Choate Rosemary Hall, Phillips Exeter Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Deerfield Academy?
The acceptance rate of Deerfield Academy is 13%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%. Deerfield Academy's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Deerfield Academy?
Deerfield Academy famous alumni include: King Abdullah, John McPhee, Buddy Teevens and Matthew Fox.
What sports does Deerfield Academy offer?
Deerfield Academy offers 28 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Deerfield Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
Does Deerfield Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Deerfield Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Deerfield Academy's ranking?
Deerfield Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of boarding students, Low student-teacher ratio, Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, Most sports offered, High # of AP/advanced courses offered, High average SAT scores, High SSAT scores, High ACT scores and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Deerfield Academy?
The application deadline for Deerfield Academy is Jan. 15.
Student & Alumni Reviews
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One unique aspect of living in the Pioneer Valley is all the outdoor activities that come along with it. Whether it be biking, hiking to the rock, running the small loop, or swimming in the. . .
Deerfield has a very student-centered learning environment that encourages students to learn to ask for help and use all the resources available to them.
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Deerfield’s location in the Pioneer Valley makes it an incredibly beautiful place to live, and opportunities abound for hiking, biking, swimming, and otherwise engaging with the surroundings. Because the school is tucked away from the. . .
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- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,940
- Acceptance rate: 13%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
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