Westover School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Westover School is a girls-centered independent boarding and day school for grades 912, located in Middlebury, Connecticut.
Founded in 1909 by pioneering educator Mary Robbins Hillard, Westover was created to provide young women with a transformative education grounded in academic rigor, character development, and leadership.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CT School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 192 students
Acceptance rate: 65%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Westover School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Coalition of Girls
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
National Association of College Admissions Counselors

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Westover School
9	55
10	53
11	45
12	39

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild learning differences

Year Founded

1909

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Campus Size

145 acres

Student Body

Total Students

192 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

12 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP 2D Design/PhotographyAP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus (AB)

AP Calculus (BC)AP Chemistry

AP Computer Science ApplicationsAP Drawing

AP Environmental ScienceAP French

AP Human GeographyAP Literature

AP Physics C: MechanicsAP United States History

AP US Government & Politics

Average SAT score

1340

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling

Tuition Notes

$75,100 is boarding tuition and $54,500 is day tuition. International is $77,400.

Acceptance Rate

65%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Tianna Lall-Emard

Admissions Associate

Katie Leone

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$69 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

26 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

AGVC (Anti-Gun Violence Club)Amnesty International

Asian Culture ClubBananagrams & More!

Coagess YearbookCommunity Service

Environmental ActionGirl Up

Model UNPeer Support

Relay for LifeSave the Children

WALSA (Westover's African American & Latina Student AssociationWomen's Rights Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Glee ClubGospel Choir

Handbell EnsemblesLantern (art & literary magazine)

Recreational Athletic Programs:

DanceFitness & Strength Training

Outdoor ClubPhysical Drama (stage combat, fencing, and dance)

PhysioballSnowboarding & Skiing

YogaZumba

School Notes

School Motto: Be Boldly You
School Mascot: Wildcats

Westover School is a girls-centered independent boarding and day school for grades 912, located in Middlebury, Connecticut. Founded in 1909 by pioneering educator Mary Robbins Hillard, Westover was created to provide young women with a transformative education grounded in academic rigor, character development, and leadership.
Just 90 minutes from New York City and Boston, Westover is a close-knit community of 200 students, with two-thirds boarding and one-third attending as day students. Our vibrant community is home to intellectually curious and ambitious students from Connecticut, across the United States, and around the world.
At the heart of Westover's mission is a commitment to developing confident, compassionate changemakers. Signature programs like Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence, Readiness & Empowerment), and the Rasin Center for Global Justice reflect our dedication to cultivating the next generation of female leaders.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Westover School?

The acceptance rate of Westover School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 71%.

Does Westover School offer a summer program?

Yes, Westover School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Westover School offer?

Westover School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Westover School's ranking?

Westover School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Westover School?

The application deadline for Westover School is Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 10/17/2025

We cannot say enough good things about Westover. We love the faulty, staff and head of school. It is a lovely size and has wonderful traditions.

- Posted by Parent - SL

5 8/7/2019

As a student Westover empowered me to be unafraid to try new things, be resilient in the face of adversity and failure, and to strive for constant learning. As an alumna, Westover has enriched my life through the life-long relationships I've gained with amazing women and faculty.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Vicki Viera '00

5 7/3/2019

My time at Westover included much more than a great education. I found life-long friendships, and who I was always meant to be.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Heather '85

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Haven County, CT is $19,109 for elementary schools and $29,229 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Haven County, CT is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).