The Winchendon School
Tel: (978)297-4476
- The Winchendon School, a coeducational multicultural community, provides college-bound students of good character and promise with the essential study skills and learning strategies that propel each student to achieve academic success. Small classes, a personalized approach, and flexible guidance and support systems are intended to stimulate an interest in learning and to teach students that they themselves are the most valuable contributors to their own education.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 281 students
- Yearly Tuition: $61,800
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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The Winchendon School places among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- 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 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1926 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 281 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 10% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 7 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 16 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP Environmental Science, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP French Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Literature and Composition, AP Physics 1, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, |
| Average ACT score | 23 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $61,800 |
| Tuition Notes | Day tuition is 21900 |
| % on Financial Aid | 48% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $33,266 |
| Acceptance Rate | 40% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | John Toffey |
| Admissions Associate | Thomas Hamilton |
| Endowment Size | $31 million |
Sports
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 11 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Acappella Singers, Aerobics, Ceramics, Community Service, Digital Media, Drawing, Jazz Ensemble, Journalism, Painting, Photography, Yearbook |
School Notes
- The Winchendon School, a coeducational multicultural community, provides college-bound students of good character and promise with the essential study skills and learning strategies that propel each student to achieve academic success. Small classes, a personalized approach, and flexible guidance and support systems are intended to stimulate an interest in learning and to teach students that they themselves are the most valuable contributors to their own education.
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School Reviews
| 5 I graduate from The Winchendon School in 2017 and I still miss it! The Winch helped me reach my full potential as a student and as a well rounded person. I was able to get accepted into Boston College because of the academic success I had during my time at Winchendon and the incredible array of opportunities and resources available to me. I was able to travel to Nicaragua, Haiti, Paris, Canada, participate in the Service Learning Program, play three varsity sports and participate in two ColLAB experiences during my time at Winchendon. I also met some of the most diverse people from counties all over the world and was able to exchange perspectives and cultures. - Posted by Student/Alumni - soph |
| 5 Our children were given more opportunities and were taught how to learn smarter, thereby opening up more college possibilities. They would not be in their highly selective colleges now if they hadn't gone to The Winchendon School. - Posted by Parent - Devereaux French |
| 5 My son loved this school, he graduated May of 2017 after getting into his dream college as a Computer Engineering major. The Robotics team, Model UN, and theater programs all helped him gain confidence and the skills needed for entry into a competitive college. Thank you, Winch! - Posted by Parent - Martha D. |
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