The Taft School
Tel:
(860) 945-7777
- The Taft School's mission is to educate the whole student with an emphasis on high scholarship and intellectual endeavor along with a belief that character, above all else, determines success in life. While the world and the school have changed dramatically, our fundamental values endure: work hard, without regard for public acclaim; develop all your talents: academic, artistic, and athletic; and most importantly, give of yourself to others.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 587 students
- Yearly Tuition: $62,500
- Acceptance rate: 20%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Top Placements
The Taft School places among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
- Category Attribute
- SAT Score Highest average SAT score
- ACT Score Highest average ACT score
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) New England Association of Schools and Colleges |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1890 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $8,100 |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Day student tuition for summer program is $4,475 |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 587 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 21% State avg.: 25% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 129 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 74% |
| Average Class Size | 11 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 30 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average SAT score | 1356 |
| Average ACT score | 29 |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 83% |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (no blue jeans or T-shirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $62,500 |
| Tuition Notes | Day student tuition is $46,500 |
| % on Financial Aid | 35% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $44,014 |
| Acceptance Rate | 20% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Peter A. Frew |
| Endowment Size | $261.1 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 25 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, WrestlingAlpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling |
School Notes
- The Taft School's mission is to educate the whole person with an emphasis on high scholarship and intellectual endeavor along with a belief that character, above all else, determines success in life. While the world and the school have changed dramatically since our founding in 1890, our fundamental values endure: work hard, without regard for public acclaim; develop all your talents: academic, artistic, and athletic; and most importantly, give of yourself to others.
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School Reviews
| 5 A really superb education. Taft students push themselves academically and artistically. Still, it's a very warm community where kids get to know their teachers well and they are genuinely nice to each other and support each other. And the new dining hall is incredible! - Posted by Parent - jsrho |
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