Located on 125 acres in Western Massachusetts, Williston has a history dating back to 1841. Williston`s 420 students come from 30 countries and 25 U.S. states.
All Williston students take part in Williston`s Comprehensive Program for Academic and Social Success, known as COMPASS, which unifies our CORE Life and Leadership Program; our Williston Scholars program; our College Counselling program; and our Center for Academic Success (Academic Suport).
At the core of the Williston experience is our balance of academic excellence and support-students choose from 145 courses, and they utilize our Writing Center, our Math Center as well as more formalized academic support.
Additionally, Williston has a long history of athletic excellence, with over 35 percent of our graduating seniors going on to play at the college level in the last 5 years.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Top Rankings
The Williston Northampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1841
1906
Campus Size
125 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
400 students
315 students
% Students of Color
18%
26%
% International Students
24%
20%
% Students Boarding
70%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Bi-Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
29
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$60 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$74,000
$66,250
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$51,000
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
46%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,250
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
63%
-
Acceptance Rate
33%
60%
Director of Admissions
Christopher J. Dietrich
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
29
18
Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government & Politics, AP Computer Science, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP French Language, AP Latin: Vergil, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP United States History, AP US Government & Politics, BC & Multivariable Calculus
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
23
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
38
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Asian Alliance Club, Blue Notes (male a capella), Community Service Club, Filipino Culture Club, Jane Austen Club, Janus literary magazine, Maiyeros (boys a capella), Math Team, Math Tutoring Society, Milagros (gospel choir), Mitchell Cabinet (Service Club), Model UN, Model United Nations, Philanthropy Society, Photography Club, Science Team, Service Club, Spanish Community Center Tutors, Student Council Officers, Student Multicultural Board, Subterraneans, T.R.I.B.E. (Trust, Respect, Individuality, Belief, Equality), The Book Club and Literary Society, The Debate Society, The Log (Yearbook), Theater, Westtown Competitive Gaming Club, Wildest Cats (spirit group), Willistonian (Student Newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Chinese Chess Club, Make-a-Wish, Muslim Students Association, Native American Club, Peer Educators (healthy decisions), Philanthropy Club, Principles of Coaching
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Maiyeros - male a cappella, The Press - campus sports news
Asian Alliance Club, Blue Notes (male a capella), Community Service Club, Filipino Culture Club, Jane Austen Club, Janus literary magazine, Maiyeros (boys a capella), Math Team, Math Tutoring Society, Milagros (gospel choir), Mitchell Cabinet (Service Club), Model UN, Model United Nations, Philanthropy Society, Photography Club, Science Team, Service Club, Spanish Community Center Tutors, Student Council Officers, Student Multicultural Board, Subterraneans, T.R.I.B.E. (Trust, Respect, Individuality, Belief, Equality), The Book Club and Literary Society, The Debate Society, The Log (Yearbook), Theater, Westtown Competitive Gaming Club, Wildest Cats (spirit group), Willistonian (Student Newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Chinese Chess Club, Make-a-Wish, Muslim Students Association, Native American Club, Peer Educators (healthy decisions), Philanthropy Club, Principles of Coaching
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Maiyeros - male a cappella, The Press - campus sports news
College Matriculation
Year: 2020 - 2023
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Northeastern University
24
Skidmore College, Syracuse University, Boston University, Trinity College
15
Holy Cross, St. Lawrence, UMass-Amherst
11
Wesleyan University, New York University
8
Brown University, Williams College, Colby College, Union College
7
Tufts University, Connecticut College, Hamilton College., Bates College, Boston College, Babson Coll
6
Columbia University, Middlebury College, University of Pennsylvania, Dickinson College, Gettysburg C
5
Yale University, Cornell University, Amherst College, Lehigh University, University of Southern Cali
4
Harvard University, Dartmouth College, Bowdoin College, Georgetown University, Kenyon College, Hobar
3
Princeton University, Bucknell University, Ithaca College, Providence College, West Point, Universit
2
School Notes
- The Williston Northampton School accreditations: NEASC, TABS, NAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Steve Porter ’97 - PorterHouse Media produces ESPN video mashups
- G.P. Gromacki ’89 - Led Amherst College women's basketball team to the NCAA Division III championship, named Coach of the Year by D3hoops.com.
- William S. Clark - UMass/Amherst President
- Winthrop Crane - 40th Governor of Massachusetts, U.S. Senator
- Brad Hall ’75 - Actor, producer, writer. Saturday Night Live Weekend Update anchor
- Patrick Rissmiller - Professional hockey player, NHL NY Rangers forward
- George Crockett Strong, Class of 1851 - U.S. Civil War General
- Robert Samuelson ’63 - Economic columnist and journalist, editor for Newsweek and the Washington Post, author
- George Stanley Hall - Psychologist, father of American Psychology
- Tony Lavelli ’45 - First overall NBA draft pick, accordionist for the Harlem Globetrotters
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Williston Northampton School cost?
The Williston Northampton School's tuition is approximately $74,000 for boarding students and $51,000 for day students.
What schools are The Williston Northampton School often compared to?
The Williston Northampton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northfield Mount Hermon, Berkshire School, Deerfield Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of The Williston Northampton School?
The acceptance rate of The Williston Northampton School is 33%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from The Williston Northampton School?
The Williston Northampton School famous alumni include: Steve Porter ’97, G.P. Gromacki ’89, William S. Clark, Winthrop Crane, Brad Hall ’75, Patrick Rissmiller, George Crockett Strong, Class of 1851, Robert Samuelson ’63, George Stanley Hall and Tony Lavelli ’45.
What sports does The Williston Northampton School offer?
The Williston Northampton School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.
What is The Williston Northampton School's ranking?
The Williston Northampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for The Williston Northampton School?
The application deadline for The Williston Northampton School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Williston has a great balance of day students and boarding students, which allow students to know and learn more about the area. With a widespread campus in a safe neighborhood and numerous stores and restaurants. . .
Williston was the best community I could've ever established an identity with. My parents teach at the school, so we actually had a house on the campus. I developed close relationships with not only. . .
At a first glance, The Williston Northampton School appears similar to most college preparatory schools. It contains a beautiful New England campus, wonderful and caring teachers, and great athletic and artistic facilities. However, as many. . .
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