Greenwich Academy

Greenwich Academy is a college-preparatory day school serving girls in grades Pre-Connecting through Group XII. The Upper School has a fully coordinated program with Brunswick School, a neighboring boys' school.
Greenwich Academy seeks a diverse population of students who are committed to the school's high academic standards and will take advantage of the wide range of opportunities available here.
Although admission to the Academy is competitive, every candidate is given careful consideration on an individual basis.
Greenwich Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational programs, admission policies, financial aid policies, employment practices and other school-administered programs.
Greenwich Academy seeks a diverse population of students who are committed to the school's high academic standards and will take advantage of the wide range of opportunities available here.
Although admission to the Academy is competitive, every candidate is given careful consideration on an individual basis.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 830 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Greenwich Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1827

Student Body

Total Students
830 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Greenwich Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Alligators
  • Greenwich Academy is a college-preparatory day school serving girls in grades Pre-Connecting through Group XII. The Upper School has a fully coordinated program with Brunswick School, a neighboring boys' school. Greenwich Academy seeks a diverse population of students who are committed to the school's high academic standards and will take advantage of the wide range of opportunities available here. Although admission to the Academy is competitive, every candidate is given careful consideration on an individual basis. Greenwich Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational programs, admission policies, financial aid policies, employment practices and other school-administered programs. Greenwich Academy seeks a diverse population of students who are committed to the school's high academic standards and will take advantage of the wide range of opportunities available here. Although admission to the Academy is competitive, every candidate is given careful consideration on an individual basis.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Greenwich Academy often compared to?
Greenwich Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Greenwich by visitors of our site.
What is Greenwich Academy's ranking?
Greenwich Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Greenwich Academy?
The application deadline for Greenwich Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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I am extremely impressed with the administration of Greenwich Academy's Upper School. They really connect with the girls and are guides for a good educational experience.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 830 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Greenwich, CT is $39,739 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Greenwich, CT is 36% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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