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St. George's School

372 Purgatory Rd Middletown RI 02842
Tel: (401) 842-6600
www.stgeorges.edu
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $55,470
  • Acceptance rate: 19%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update
St. George's School Photo #4 - Harkness Learning
St. George's School Photo #5 - 381 Students - Grades 9-12
St. George's School Photo #6 - Diverse Student Body
St. George's School Photo #7 - Memorial Schoolhouse
St. George's School Photo #8 - Schmaltz Wellness Center
St. George's School Photo #9 - King Hall
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About the School

  • At St. George's, academic excellence is paired with unique experiential learning. Our diverse student body, drawn from across the U.S. and around the world, actively pursues their passions-whether they are sequencing DNA in our advanced science labs, composing music in the arts center, or competing on our athletic fields. Signature offerings, such as learning open-ocean navigation aboard our famed sailboat Geronimo and participating in Connected Learning programs in Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and beyond ensure that a St. George's education remains uniquely immersive and globally minded.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $55,470
  • Acceptance rate: 19%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. George's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
School Resources
Large financial endowment
School Resources
Highest endowment/student
Selectivity
Low acceptance rates
Student Test Scores
High average SAT scores
Student Test Scores
High SSAT scores
Student Test Scores
High ACT scores

School Overview

2026 School Data
St. George's School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Yes
Yes
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish and Mandarin
n/a
Religious Affiliation
Episcopal
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1896
1906
Campus Size
125 acres
125 acres
School Motto
St. George’s School challenges students to discover and develop their intellectual, spiritual, and physical gifts within a vibrant and joyful community, inspiring them to lead lives of constructive service to the world and to God.

Student Body

Enrollment
402 students
320 students
% Students of Color
33%
27%
% International Students
15%
21%
% Students Boarding
81%
65%
Average SAT Score
1420
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
34
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Casual
Average Class Size
10 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
74%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)
# of AP Courses Offered
22
18

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$250 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$79,900
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$55,470
$40,000
% Students on Financial Aid
33%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$60,400
$25,000

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Admissions

Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Average Percentile SSAT
80%
-
Acceptance Rate
19%
64%
Director of Admissions
Ryan Mulhern
Associate Director of Admissions
Allie Skelley
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
19
17
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross Country RunningDiving
Field HockeyFootball
GolfIce Hockey
LacrosseSailing
SoccerSquash
Surf TeamSwimming
Swimming and DivingTennis
TrackTrack and Field
Volleyball
Colors
Red & Black
School Mascot
Dragon

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
46
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Art ClubBagels and Blessings
Baking ClubBBQ Club
Beach CleanupDebate Club
Entertainment CommitteeFashion Club
Finance ClubInsight
Latinos UnidosLego Club
Math ClubModel UN
Movie ClubPainting for a Purpose
Peers Helping PeersPlant Club
Poetry ClubPottery Club
PreMed ClubS'mores Club
School NewspaperScience Club
Self Defense ClubSG Asian Affinity
SG Spectrum AllianceSustainability Club
Women in LeadershipWomen in STEM
YA Book ClubYearbook
Young DemocratsYoung Men of Color
Young Republicans


Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Vocal Ensemble - Co-edChamber Collective
Chapel ChoirContemporary Collective
Fall PlayHilltoppers - Male A Capella
Snapdragons - Female A CapellaSpring Concert
Winter Musical


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ladies Who LiftSurf Club

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
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School Notes

  • St. George's extends opportunities for teachers and students to deepen their skills, find new passions, and discover their best selves, whether that be in a DNA sequencing lab, in competition on the basketball court, at sea navigating by starlight, or abroad in one of our unique service-learning internships. With a faculty committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for intellectual, social, and personal development, St. George's continues to fulfill its mission through enrolling a diverse, academically talented, and well-rounded student body. True to our Episcopal heritage, we welcome students, faculty, and staff of all faiths.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Ogden Nash - Poet
    • Claiborne Pell - US Senator - Politician, Writer
    • Julie Bowen - Actress - Modern Family
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. George's School cost?
St. George's School's tuition is approximately $79,900 for boarding students and $55,470 for day students.
What schools are St. George's School often compared to?
St. George's School is often viewed alongside schools like Northfield Mount Hermon by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. George's School?
The acceptance rate of St. George's School is 19%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%. St. George's School's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. George's School?
St. George's School famous alumni include: Ogden Nash, Claiborne Pell and Julie Bowen.
What sports does St. George's School offer?
St. George's School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country Running, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Squash, Surf Team, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. George's School's ranking?
St. George's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, High average SAT scores, High SSAT scores and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for St. George's School?
The application deadline for St. George's School is Jan. 15.
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  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,900
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $55,470
  • Acceptance rate: 19%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update
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