The Greenwich Country Day School

401 Old Church Rd. Greenwich, CT 06830
www.gcds.net

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,345 students
  • Acceptance rate: 23%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • The Greenwich Country Day School is a co-educational, independent day school in Greenwich, Connecticut, United States, founded in 1926.
  • As of 2019, it enrolled some 1190 students from nursery to 12th grade level.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,345 students
  • Acceptance rate: 23%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Greenwich Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1926
School Motto
It's how we think.

Student Body

Total Students
1,345 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
US$39,390 - US$51,500
Acceptance Rate
23%
National avg.: 82%
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Sports

School Mascot
The Tiger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of The Greenwich Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of The Greenwich Country Day School is 23%, which is lower than the national average of 71%. The Greenwich Country Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Connecticut with low acceptance rates.
What is The Greenwich Country Day School's ranking?
The Greenwich Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Greenwich Country Day School?
The application deadline for The Greenwich Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Greenwich, CT is $40,119 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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