At The Winchendon School | Herald Square, we're dedicated to the creation of transformative learning experiences for students who deserve more from school - the emerging artists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who, with the right support today, can make a world of difference in the world tomorrow. Students like you.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Winchendon School | NYC ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
AP Courses
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Average Class Size
7 students
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
Average SAT score
1240
Average ACT score
32
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Tuition Notes
Financial Assistance available
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Melissa Essman, Director of Admissions
Endowment Size
$30 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Model UN, Theater | Drama
Chess Club, Model UN, Theater | Drama
School Notes
- Are you curious about the world around you? Or are you passionate about pursuing your potential? If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, The Winchendon School wants to meet you. Above all, we love sharing our transformative community with young, curious adults. Here, your teachers are your allies. If there is one thing that can dramatically propel students toward academic success, it is their relationship with their teachers. At The Winchendon School
- NYC, our academic environment is designed to foster one-on-one interactions that help students discover and thrive. Find your passions. Your teachers will give you frequent feedback that can jump-start your current and future ambitions. Hone in on your dreams, from excelling in theater to founding a startup, or maybe both!We look forward to meeting you soon.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Winchendon School | NYC cost?
The Winchendon School | NYC's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Winchendon School | NYC?
The acceptance rate of The Winchendon School | NYC is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. The Winchendon School | NYC's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What sports does The Winchendon School | NYC offer?
The Winchendon School | NYC offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is The Winchendon School | NYC's ranking?
The Winchendon School | NYC ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for The Winchendon School | NYC?
The application deadline for The Winchendon School | NYC is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
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