St. Thomas More School
St. Thomas More School is an accredited college preparatory school in the Catholic tradition for students who have demonstrated intellectual ability but who have not yet realized their potential.
Within a structured environment, we strive to motivate, nurture, and strengthen the intellectual, moral, physical, and social development of every student.
Dedicated faculty, individualized attention, small classes, challenging yet fun athletics and extracurricular activities, in a 100% boarding environment, are the cornerstones of an STM education.
Our robust Summer@STM program combines academics, study skills, athletics, and recreational activities, to ensure that students have a fun & memorable summer and are in a better position to achieve their goals when they return to school in the fall.
Top 20 Rankings
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St. Thomas More School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 304 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
- Student Attention Small average class sizes
| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | St. Thomas More | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1962 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 100 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 130 students | 302 students |
| % Students of Color | 41% | 25% |
| % International Students | 30% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 100% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1060 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Polo Shirts for School Day - Jacket and Tie for Formal Events) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 6 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 67% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $6 million | $24 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $56,900 | $59,140 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $33,082 |
| Tuition international students | $56,900 | $53,975 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 42% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $21,234 | $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 | 69% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Roland Lemay | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Greg Ladd | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 6 | 18 |
| Courses | AP 2D Art, AP Calculus, AP Environmental Science, AP Government, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 7 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 6 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Chess Club, Cooking Club, Robotics, Yearbook Recreational Athletic Programs: Tennis Club, Weightlifting | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2014 - 2018 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Villanova University | 4 | |
| Sacred Heart University | 3 | |
| SUNY Stonybrook | 3 | |
| University of Connecticut | 3 | |
| University of Michigan | 3 | |
| Penn State | 2 | |
| Dickinson College | 1 | |
| George Washington University | 1 | |
| Howard University | 1 | |
| Tulane University | 1 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- More Learning- More Community- More Involvement
- The school campus comprises 100 wooded acres with numerous athletic fields located on the shores of Gardner Lake. Our 4000 feet of lakefront property includes a beach, beach volleyball court, and a boathouse. Located 35 minutes from Hartford, CT, 2 hours from Boston, Massachusetts, and 2 1/2 hours from New York City, New York.
- Summer@STM Full four-week Session: Sunday July 7, 2019 - Friday August 2, 2019 Half Session: Session 1: Sunday July 7 - Tuesday July 20, Session 2: Wednesday July 20 - Friday August 2
- LD types supported: Mild LD
- St. Thomas More School accreditations: New England Association of Schools And Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Andre Drummond - NBA All-Star Cleveland Cavaliers
- Yuta Watanabe - NBA Toronto Raptors
- Eric Paschall - NBA Golden State Warriors
Profile last updated: 04/12/2021
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