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Miss Porter's School

Farmington, Connecticut, USA
All Girls, No Religious Affiliation

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Founded in 1843, Porter’s excels at preparing young women for college, for leadership and for life. A boarding and day school for students in grades nine through 12, Porter’s offers a challenging academic curriculum and a diverse residential community of scholars, athletes, artists and friends. With over 300 students hailing from 27 states and representing 31 countries, Porter’s dynamic approach to education inspires young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens.

Porter’s mission statement sets high expectations: “We expect our graduates to shape a changing world.” Students enthusiastically accept this challenge with the assistance of faculty members who serve as educators, advisers, coaches and mentors. At Porter's, young women develop high levels of achievement in mathematics, foreign languages, science, history, English, and the arts by being challenged to think independently, ask questions, debate theories and share ideas. Porter’s rigorous academic program, collaborative environment and supportive community prepares students for college and beyond.

Porter’s believes in maintaining a healthy balance between intellectual activity and physical exercise; each student participates daily on a team, in the dance program, or in a sports class. At the varsity level, athletes experience a professional environment, where they have access to top-notch facilities, coaches, and equipment. At Porter's, our girls are the players, not the audience.

 

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60 Main Street
Farmington, Connecticut, USA 06032

(860) 409-3500

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Director of Admissions: Liz Schmitt
Admissions Phone:(860) 409-3530Fax:860-409-3531
Email: [email protected] Website:
www.porters.org/admission


  • Application Deadline: January 15
  • Application Fee: $65
  • International Application Fee: $125
  • Accepts SSAT Standard Application Online (SAO): Yes
  • Accepts Gateway to Prep Schools Application: No
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  • Founded: 1843
  • Campus Size: 35 acres
  • Grades Offered: 9th-12th
  • Accredited by: NEASC, AISNE
Student Body
Boarding
Grades 9th-12th
Day
Grades 9th-12th
Total
Girls     203 111 314
Boys     0 0 0
Total     203 111 314

Tuition and Financial Aid
  • 7-Day Boarding: $58,970
  • 5-Day Boarding: N/A
  • Day Tuition Fee: $47,485
  • Payment Plans: Offered
  • Need-Based Aid: Offered
  • Students Receiving Aid: 37.00%
  • Average Awarded: $31,000
School Finances
  • Merit Scholarships: Offered
  • Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 21.00%
  • Average Merit Scholarship: $5,555
  • Current Endowment: $113,000,000
  • Per Student Endowment: $359,873
 

Department Director: Tim Quinn

Average Class Size: 12

Full Time Teachers: 48

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 71.00%

Student/Teacher Ratio: 7/1

Summer Programs Offered: Offered

Academic Schedule: Semester

Number of AP Courses Offered: 21

Advanced/Enrichment Programs
  • AP Courses
  • Post Graduate Year
Support Programs
  • College Counseling
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Study Skills Assistance
  • Writing Center
English:
  • Classics
  • Creative Writing
  • Literature
  • Poetry
History:
  • Asian History
  • European History
  • United States History
  • World History
  • History of Africa
  • History of the Middle East
  • History of Latin American
Foreign Languages:
  • Chinese-Mandarin
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Latin
Humanities/Social Sciences:
  • Economics
  • Psychology
Sciences:
  • Anatomy
  • Astronomy
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Genetics
  • Marine Biology
  • Physics
  • Forensics
  • Neuro-anatomy
Math:
  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Geometry
  • Statistics
  • Precalculus
  • Advanced Topics
Computer Studies:
  • Computer Applications
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Science
  • Web Design
Performing/Visual Arts:
  • Art
  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Dance
  • Drawing
  • Graphic Design
  • Modern Dance
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Portfolio
  • Pottery
  • Printmaking
  • Public Speaking
  • Publications
  • Studio Art
  • Theater Arts
Special Programs:
  • Community Service
  • Exchange Programs
  • Independent Study
  • Leadership
  • Personal Finance
  • Semester/Year Off-Campus
  • InterMission
Distinctive or New Programs:
  • InterMission
AP Courses Available:
  • Art History
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • Calculus BC
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science A
  • Microeconomics
  • Environmental Science
  • European History
  • French Language
  • French Literature
  • Latin Literature
  • Latin: Vergil
  • Music Theory
  • Physics C
  • Psychology
  • Spanish Language
  • Spanish Literature
  • Statistics
  • Studio Art
  • US History
  • Through Online School for Girls:
  • Comparative Government and Politics
  • Us Government and Politics
  • Human Geography
  • Macroeconomics
  • Microeconomics
  • World History
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Department Director: Laura Jalinskas

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 8

No. of Girls Dorms: 8

Dress Code: Other

Student Life

Summary: When the class day ends and the sports teams put away their equipment, the co-curricular opportunities at Miss Porter’s School come alive. With 45 clubs, several performing groups, countless community service opportunities, weekend activities, and revered traditions, there is something for everyone.

Facilities

  • All-weather track
  • Baseball field(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Fitness Center
  • Volleyball court(s)
  • Indoor basketball court(s)
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor climbing wall
  • Turf fields

Clubs and Organizations

  • Amnesty International
  • Animal Rights Club
  • Asian Club
  • Community Service
  • Computer Club
  • Debate Club
  • Diversity Club
  • Dorm Proctors
  • Environmental Club
  • Food Council
  • Foreign Language Clubs
  • Gardening
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Honor Council
  • Horseback Riding
  • International Clubs
  • Investment Club
  • Jewish Student Org
  • Literary Magazine
  • Math Club
  • Mock Trial
  • Model UN
  • Newspaper
  • Outing Club
  • Peer Counseling
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Photography
  • Science Bowl
  • Sexualities Club
  • Student Activities
  • Student Government
  • Student Publications
  • Theater
  • Yearbook
  • Yoga
  • Young Democrats
  • Young Republicans
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Arts Department Director: Grier Torrence

Athletics Department Director: Carrie Begey

Arts
  • A Cappella Group
  • Art Club
  • Chamber Choir
  • Chamber Ensemble
  • Chamber Orchestra
  • Choral Music
  • Dance
  • Drama Club
  • Guitar Ensemble
  • Improvisation Group
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Stage Band
  • String Ensemble
  • Tech Crew
  • Theater
Interscholastic Sports
  • Alpine Skiing
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Crew
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Diving
  • Equestrian
  • Field Hockey
  • Golf
  • Horseback Riding
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
Recreational Sports
  • Rock Climbing
  • Yoga
  • Strength and Conditioning
 

Summary: The College Office strives to expand students’ knowledge and horizons in the context of a highly individualized counseling process. The ultimate goal of the office is to foster students’ academic, intellectual and personal growth while empowering them to take ownership of the college process and their futures.

The college search and selection process is an integral part of the student experience at Porter's, and college advisors at Porter’s serve multiple roles. First, they are a resource for the information and advice students and their families need to understand and navigate the increasingly complex college admission process. Second, they serve as a link to the college community, working closely with college admission officers to help them interpret our students’ experiences and accomplishments in the context of Porter's rigorous academic program and rich extracurricular life. Finally, and most importantly, they are enthusiastic advocates for students and Porter’s, and aim to provide a constant source of encouragement and support as students prepare for the next exciting phase in their academic career.

Department Director: Amy Rogers

College Information

Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%

Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Bard College 4 graduates
Barnard College 4 graduates
Boston College 6 graduates
Boston University 9 graduates
Carnegie Mellon University 10 graduates
Colby College 4 graduates
College of the Holy Cross 4 graduates
Cornell University 4 graduates
The George Washington University 11 graduates
Georgetown University 9 graduates
Hobart and William Smith Colleges 6 graduates
Johns Hopkins University 7 graduates
McGill University 4 graduates
Middlebury College 5 graduates
New York University 24 graduates
Northwestern University 6 graduates
Princeton University 4 graduates
Smith College 6 graduates
Trinity College 7 graduates
University of Pennsylvania 7 graduates
University of Richmond 4 graduates

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores

25th percentile 75th percentile
Critical Reading 560 680
Mathematics 560 680
Writing 580 680

Notable Alumni

Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (Class of 1947) First Lady of the United States

Lilly Pulitzer (Class of 1947) Lilly Pulitzer, Inc.

Laura Rockefeller Chasin (Class of 1954) Founded Public Conservations Project

Agnes Gund (Class of 1956) President emerita of Museum of Modern Art

Liz Blake (Class of 1969) Senior vice president and general counsel, Habitat for Humanity

Sarah Blake (Class of 1978) NY Times best selling author, The Postmistress

Suzannah Grant Henrickson (Class of 1980) Director and screenwriter, Erin Brockovich

Annie Selke (Class of 1981) Annie Selke Companies (Dash and Albert, Pine Cone Hill, Annie Selke Home)

Erin Tubridy Gates (Class of 1997) Founder of Erin Gates Design, Elements of Style

Leah M. Wright-Riguer (Class of 1999) Assistant Professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government


 

Summary: Porter's Summer Programs are designed to provide girls the opportunity to experience Porter's academic, artistic, athletic and residential curriculum and community. Girls thrive in our supportive and collaborative environment where curiosity and confidence are encouraged, and they complete their programs with a greater understanding of all they can accomplish as informed, bold, resourceful, ethical citizens.

Visit www.porters.org/summerprograms

Department Director: Kat Simison

Porters's Summer Programs

Sarah Porter Leadership Institute (two levels);
Junior Model UN;
STEAM Institute;
Financial Empowerment and Entrepreneurship;
Writing, Storytelling, and Podcasting.

Registration Deadline: N/A
Tuition: $1,500
Financial Aid Available:  
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Global Leadership and Language Immersion Institute

Three week program for international students.

Registration Deadline: N/A
Tuition: $6,500
Financial Aid Available:  
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