Founded in 1843 by lifelong scholar and educator, Sarah Porter, Miss Porter`s School is a college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades nine through 12.
Located in the center of Farmington, Conn., Porter`s offers a diverse high school experience with 334 students hailing from 27 states and representing 30 countries.
The school educates young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens who will shape a changing world. For more information, please visit www.porters.org.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $58,150
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Miss Porter's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Year Founded
1843
1907
Campus Size
50 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
335 students
314 students
% Students of Color
32%
27%
% International Students
16%
20%
% Students Boarding
65%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
88%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$128 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$73,500
$66,200
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$58,150
$35,600
Summer Program Cost
$1,500
(All programs cost the same.)
(All programs cost the same.)
% Students on Financial Aid
45%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$30,000
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
40%
60%
Director of Admissions
Sarah Quinn
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
24
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
34
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Anime Club, Asian Student Alliance, Astronomy Club, Black Latinx Alliance, Blockchain Club, Christian Fellowship, Community Service Club, Debate Club, Earth Club, Economy and Finance Club, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Girls Who Code, International Student Advisory, Jewish Student Union, Literary Magazine, Mental Health Alliance, Model UN, Politics Club, Student Council, Student Newspaper, Tour Guides, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
A cappella, Choir, Dance Workshop, Digital Art, Drawing, Filmmaking, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Painting, Pottery, Printmaking, Theater and tech
Anime Club, Asian Student Alliance, Astronomy Club, Black Latinx Alliance, Blockchain Club, Christian Fellowship, Community Service Club, Debate Club, Earth Club, Economy and Finance Club, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Girls Who Code, International Student Advisory, Jewish Student Union, Literary Magazine, Mental Health Alliance, Model UN, Politics Club, Student Council, Student Newspaper, Tour Guides, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
A cappella, Choir, Dance Workshop, Digital Art, Drawing, Filmmaking, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Painting, Pottery, Printmaking, Theater and tech
School Notes
- Miss Porter's School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Notable Alumnae - www.porters.org/alumnae
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Miss Porter's School cost?
Miss Porter's School's tuition is approximately $73,500 for boarding students and $58,150 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Miss Porter's School?
The acceptance rate of Miss Porter's School is 40%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from Miss Porter's School?
Miss Porter's School famous alumni include: Notable Alumnae.
What sports does Miss Porter's School offer?
Miss Porter's School offers 24 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Ballet, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Riding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Miss Porter's School is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
Does Miss Porter's School offer a summer program?
Yes, Miss Porter's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Miss Porter's School's ranking?
Miss Porter's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Highest endowment/student, Most sports offered and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for Miss Porter's School?
The application deadline for Miss Porter's School is Jan. 15.
Alumni Reviews Review School
Review
Description
Two defining factors about Miss Porter's is the sense of community and the ability for students to create lasting connections with teachers. The community fostered by the students and faculty at Porter's is unlike any. . .
Miss Porter's has unique traditions unlike any other school aimed at including students and making them feel like part of a campus community, such as the school ring tradition. Part of the fun is learning. . .
I would definitely have to say that something unique about Porter's is the connection between Alumnae (called "Ancients") and students. The ability to talk about shared experiences and traditions across generations is something I rarely. . .
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