The Taft School
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 (2022)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 601 students
- Yearly Tuition: $66,300
- Acceptance rate: 20%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Top Rankings
The Taft School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1890
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
601 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
11 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1346
Average ACT score
29
Average Percentile SSAT
87%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(no blue jeans or T-shirts)
(no blue jeans or T-shirts)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$66,300
Tuition Notes
Day student tuition is $49,250
Summer Program Cost
$8,100
Summer Program Cost Notes
Day student tuition for summer program is $4,475
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$52,000
Acceptance Rate
20%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Peter A. Frew
Endowment Size
$318.1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Sports
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.
Profile last updated: 09/27/2021
School Reviews
5 4/15/2021
I have had a wonderful time at Taft and cannot believe I will be leaving this summer. I love the caring faculty and staff, top-notch facilities, and the friendly atmosphere around campus. They also serve great food in a beautiful dining hall too (I am a picky eater). The school spirit is strong, and you'd have to be here to believe it. College counseling is also excellent here - I just got accepted to one of my reach schools!
5 5/17/2016
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!
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