The MacDuffie School vs. Marvelwood School
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Marvelwood School
476 Skiff Mountain Road
Kent, CT 06757, United States of America
Kent, CT 06757, United States of America
Top Rankings
The MacDuffie School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
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Marvelwood School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
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Student Attention
Student Attention
Overview
Founded in 1890, The MacDuffie School is a boarding and day school for Boys & Girls in grades 6- 12 located in Granby, Massachusetts. Our mission is to foster in all students the intellectual habits of mind, high ethical standards and respect for diversity required for becoming morally responsible and effective individuals in their personal lives, careers and communities and beyond.
Marvelwood School offers a transformative experience for high school students, where they can thrive in a supportive, small school environment.
Situated atop a mountain, Marvelwood is a nurturing community where students are encouraged to be themselves and explore their passions without limitations.
Marvelwood fosters inclusivity, kindness, and resilience, allowing students to grow into confident, compassionate individuals who are prepared for lifelong success.
With a personalized approach to learning, the faculty ensures that each student's unique strengths and interests are recognized and nurtured.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
6-12, PG
9-12, PG
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1890
1956
Campus Size
254 acres
83 acres
Students Body
Enrollment
200
120
% Students of Color
57%
29%
% International Students
60%
15%
% Students Boarding
65%
85%
Average SAT Score
1265
1204
Average ACT score
29
27
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
Yes
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
11
7
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
3:1
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
30
20
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
60%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Finances
Endowment Size
$1 million
$10 million
Tuition (Boarding Students)
$63,075
$66,200
Tuition (Day Students)
$33,800
$41,400
Tuition (5 Day Boarding)
$61,475
n/a
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$33,000
Admission
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
None / Rolling
Accepts Standardized Application
Yes
Yes
SSAT Required
Yes
No
Average Percentile SSAT
51
n/a
Acceptance Rate
50%
80%
Director of Admissions
Elizabeth Griffin
Steve Malinowski
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
30
20
Sport
Total Sports Offered
11
21
Sports
BadmintonBasketball
Cross Country RunningDance
GolfPaddle Tennis
SoccerSwimming
TennisUltimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Alpine SkiingBasketball
ClimbingCross Country
Cross Country RunningEquestrian
GolfKayaking
LacrosseMountain Biking
MountaineeringNordic Skiing
RidingRock Climbing
SnowboardingSoccer
SoftballTennis
Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball
Wrestling
Extracurricular
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
21
15
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Animation ClubCalligraphy Club
Chess ClubChinese Language & Culture Club
Debate ClubFrisbee Club
Gourmet ClubKey Club
Math RelaysMedia Club
MOSAICPhotography Club
Physics ClubPsychology Club
QSARubik Cube Club
STEM ClubThe Magnet (student newspaper)
The Magnolia YearbookThe MUSE: Literary Magazine Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance Club
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Audio EngineeringCreative Science
Debating and Public SpeakingStudent government
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced DanceDrafting and Design
FilmJazz Band Ensemble
Jazz ComboPhotography
Private music lessonsThe Marvelwood Players
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rock climbingSkiing