Choate Rosemary Hall (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CT School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 865 students
Yearly Tuition: $49,910
Acceptance rate: 11%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Choate Rosemary Hall ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Institute for Independent Education
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Choate Rosemary Hall
9	165
10	220
11	250
12	230

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

Year Founded

1890

Colors

Blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Student Body

Total Students

865 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

41%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

121 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Number of AP Courses

25 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average SAT score

1443

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$49,910

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% on Financial Aid

33%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$48,680

Acceptance Rate

11%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jeffrey Beaton

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

24 sports

School Notes

Choate Rosemary Hall is a co-educational boarding and day school for students grades 9-PG located in the scenic New England town of Wallingford, Connecticut.
At Choate, every interest students pursue, every talent they develop, and every experience they have can lead them to new and unexpected places. This is where where students come to discover and embrace who they are. Our unique academic opportunities balance tradition with innovation in a community like no other. Here, students don`t have to go it alone, and are surrounded by a supportive network of educators that strives to help them succeed.

School Mascot: Wild Boars

A rigorous academic curriculum with an emphasis on character formation is at the core of our school's mission.Choate Rosemary Hall is a boarding and day secondary school of 860 talented students and 170 dedicated faculty from diverse backgrounds who genuinely enjoy living together and learning from each other.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Adlai Stevenson ’18 - former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
- John F. Kennedy ’35 - 35th President of the United States
- Edward Albee ’46 - Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright
- Robert D. McCallum Jr. ’64 - former U.S. Ambassador to Australia
- Glenn Close '65 - Emmy, Tony and Golden Globe Award-winning film and stage actress
- Victoria J. Nuland ’79 - former U.S. Representative to NATO
- Paul Giamatti '85 - Emmy Award-winning broadway and film actor
- Angela Ruggiero ’98 - four-time Women’s Olympic Ice Hockey Champion
- Chris Denorfia '98 - center fielder for the San Diego Padres
- Hilary Knight '07 - 2010 Olympic Ice Hockey Champion, youngest member of Team USA

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Choate Rosemary Hall cost?

Choate Rosemary Hall's tuition is approximately $49,910 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Choate Rosemary Hall?

The acceptance rate of Choate Rosemary Hall is 11%, which is lower than the national average of 71%. Choate Rosemary Hall's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Connecticut with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Choate Rosemary Hall?

Choate Rosemary Hall famous alumni include: Adlai Stevenson ’18, John F. Kennedy ’35, Edward Albee ’46, Robert D. McCallum Jr. ’64, Glenn Close '65, Victoria J. Nuland ’79, Paul Giamatti '85, Angela Ruggiero ’98, Chris Denorfia '98 and Hilary Knight '07.

Does Choate Rosemary Hall offer a summer program?

Yes, Choate Rosemary Hall offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Choate Rosemary Hall offer?

Choate Rosemary Hall offers 24 interscholastic sports: Archery, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Choate Rosemary Hall is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for most sports offered.

What is Choate Rosemary Hall's ranking?

Choate Rosemary Hall ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Choate Rosemary Hall?

The application deadline for Choate Rosemary Hall is Jan. 15.

In what neighborhood is Choate Rosemary Hall located?

Choate Rosemary Hall is located in the Wallingford Center neighborhood of Wallingford, CT. There are 5 other private schools located in Wallingford Center.

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Fall Term Ends | Thanksgiving Break Begins

November 19, 2026 (Thursday)

Boarding Students Return from Thanksgiving Break by 7:30

November 30, 2026 (Monday)

Winter Term Ends | Spring Break Begins

March 04, 2027 (Thursday)

Spring Term Ends | Summer Break Begins

June 03, 2027 (Thursday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Haven County, CT is $19,109 for elementary schools and $29,229 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Haven County, CT is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).