Marvelwood School
At Marvelwood, we celebrate each student`s individuality. Our customized approach to learning is responsive to student interests and attuned to their strengths.
We are a welcoming community, intentionally sized to facilitate close connections and an atmosphere of personal warmth.
Top Rankings
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Marvelwood School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 303 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Attention Small average class sizes
- Student Attention Low student:teacher ratio
- Student Test Scores High average SAT scores
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Marvelwood School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| 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 | 1956 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 83 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 120 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 21% | 25% |
| % International Students | 15% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 85% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1480 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 32 | *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 | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 11 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $4.5 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $62,200 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $39,000 | $33,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 29% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $28,500 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Maureen Smith | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Victor Bowman | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 11 | 18 |
| Courses | American History, Art, Calculas A/B, Calculas B/C, Chemistry, Comparative Politics, Economics, European History, Physics, Senior Honors Program, Statistics | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 | 16 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Riding, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 15 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Audio Engineering, Creative Science, Debating and Public Speaking, Student government, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Advanced Dance, Drafting and Design, Film, Jazz Band Ensemble, Jazz Combo, Photography, Private music lessons, The Marvelwood Players Recreational Athletic Programs: Rock climbing, Skiing | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2020 - 20016 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of California (various campuses) | 7 | |
| University of Connecticut | 5 | |
| Dickinson College | 4 | |
| Lynn University | 4 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 4 | |
| Roger Williams University | 4 | |
| Boston University | 3 | |
| High Point University | 3 | |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 3 | |
| Bennington College | 2 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Marvelwood is a school that builds confidence and changes lives. We are deeply dedicated to knowing and valuing our students, celebrating their individuality and challenging them to invest in their education and discover new passions. We deliver a customized approach to learning that is responsive to student interests and supports and empowers them to move forward with courage in college, career, and life. We are a welcoming and safe community that embraces a truly diverse population of learners. Our school is intentionally sized to facilitate close connections and a tangible atmosphere of personal warmth. With purposeful guidance and respect, our students thrive and are encouraged to become their best selves.
- LD types supported: Dyslexia/Language-based, ADD - ADHD
- Marvelwood School accreditations: NAIS, TABS, CAIS, NEASC
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jake Burton Carpenter '71 - Jake Burton Carpenter, also known as Jake Burton, is an American snowboarder and founder of Burton Snowboards and one of the inventors of the modern day snowboard.
- Blair Patterson '98 - Blair's work for Estée Lauder has been featured on The View, The Today Show and TLC's iVillage, as well as in Nylon and O Magazines and on the covers of Time Out New York and Harper's Bazaar.
- Nicholas Benson '83 - Nick was awarded the National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship, and in 2010, he was named a MacArthur Fellow by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
Profile last updated: 06/21/2021
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