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 Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Greenwich Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1827
School Mascot
Alligators
Student Body
Total Students
830 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 31%
Students 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
- 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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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
5 5/17/2016
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.
5 1/29/2015
hello I would like more information about this school.
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