Groton School
- "Founded in 1884 by Rev. Endicott Peabody, Groton's original aims included the intellectual, moral and physical development of its students in grades seven through twelve towards preparation for both college and 'the active work of life.' Now a coeducational, primarily residential school of 186 girls and 194 boys in grades eight through twelve, we set for our students the highest standards of academic achievement, intellectual growth, ethical awareness and behavior, sportsmanship, athletic endeavor and service to others...".
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- Stanford University I think the most influential part of Groton is it’s emphasis on community. As an effect of the small size and commitment to inclusion, Groton skillfully combines the independence that comes with attending a boarding. . .
- University of Virginia Groton is unique in its campus set-up. It is centered around the "Circle" a large expanse of grass that is used as a soccer field in the fall and for lawn games in the spring. . .
- Stanford University Groton is a small school in the countryside with immense resources and an extremely demanding academic atmosphere; the first word most students associate with the School is "intense." The School's long history and honored traditions. . .
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Groton School is listed among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 318 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- School Resources Large financial endowment
- School Resources Highest endowment/student
- Selectivity Low acceptance rates
- Offering Breadth High # of AP/advanced courses offered
- Student Test Scores High average SAT scores
- Student Test Scores High SSAT scores
| Definition of Terms | 2019 School Data | Groton School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 | 7-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1884 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 450 acres | 104 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 382 students | 320 students |
| % Students of Color | 44% | 23% |
| % International Students | 10% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 85% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1470 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 32 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 57 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 73% | 69% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $380 million | $20 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $56,550 | $57,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $31,250 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 44% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $46,003 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 90% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 12% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Ian M. Gracey | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 15 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Track and Field | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 22 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Lilith (girls singing group) Club or Organization: Alliance for Student Harmony, Amnesty International Club, Art Club, GCS (Groton Community Service Organization), Grotonian (Literary Paper), Hillel, Hispanic Lanino Forum, Horizon (historical review), Investment Club, Islamic Society, Japanese Club, Model UN, Scudder's (School Snack Bar), Shalom, Social Services Club, Spirit Committee, Student Activities Committee, Student Response Group, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Interact Club-Rotary International, Judicial Committee | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2010 - 2014 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Georgetown University | 18 | |
| Harvard | 18 | |
| Trinity | 16 | |
| Bowdoin College | 14 | |
| Yale University | 14 | |
| Dartmouth College | 13 | |
| Princeton University | 11 | |
| Brown University | 10 | |
| Colby College | 10 | |
| University of Virginia | 10 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Groton comprises what seem like contradictions. It`s a small school with the resources and programs of a much larger one. School traditions reserve time for sharing modern ideas and diverse personal relationships. An emphasis on developing character, intellect, and leadership encourages the risk-taking that assures student self-discovery. A serene, rural campus provides the location for a lively, fast-paced, and rewarding education. Our students' personal growth, scholarship, athleticism, and artistic talent are nurtured carefully. Annually, 37% of the students receive $6.5 million in need-based aid.
- Groton School accreditations: NEASC
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