The Ethel Walker School
- Since 1911, Walker`s has been recognized as one of the nation`s finest college-preparatory schools for young women.
- The School empowers its students to lead with integrity, confidence, courage and conviction.
- Members of this diverse community are dedicated to scholarship, the arts, athletics, wellness and service. Walker's welcomes girls in grades 6 through 12.
| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | The Ethel Walker | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1911 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 175 acres | 105 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 251 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 30% | 20% |
| % International Students | 18% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 57% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 16 | 16 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 73% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $15 million | $17 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $58,550 | $52,698 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $42,550 ($36,250 Middle School) | $28,270 |
| Tuition international students | $61,500 | $47,400 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Director of Admissions | Jenny Reynolds | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 14 | 14 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Walker's welcomes girls in grades 6-12, blending the strengths and advantages of boarding and day schools to create a vibrant learning community (boarding grades 9-12, day grades 6-12). The School offers more than 140 courses, with 19 AP classes and 22 honors sections, and expects our students to be involved in a variety of athletic and extra-curricular opportunities. Our graduates are fully prepared to succeed and excel at the college or university of their choice. Our location in Simsbury, CT is convenient to major airports and other transportation.
- School accreditations: NEASC, TABS, CAIS
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413-774-271154.47-12, PG150
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