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Cushing Academy
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  • Private, Boarding
  • ASHBURNHAM, MA
Private School

Cushing Academy

    Report Card

    grade A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade A+
    2. Diversity
      grade A
    3. Teachers
      grade A
    4. College Prep
      grade A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      grade A+
    6. Sports
      grade A

    About

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    February 1
    Application Fee
    $75
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    No data available  

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $47,800
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $70,700
    Received Financial Aid
    27%
    Average Financial Aid
    $49,544

    From Cushing Academy

    Cushing Academy develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders in a setting where faculty, staff, and facilities exist to nurture the optimal growth of students. The Academy’s college preparatory program is designed to ensure a transformative experience for each individual, at every level. Students are challenged to think critically and creatively, write effectively, express ideas persuasively, and collaborate with respect. Outstanding teaching, enriched by a remarkable breadth of offerings, allows students to discover a passion for learning and to build skills for college and beyond. As a pioneer in learning support, Cushing strives to meet students where they are and provide them with a powerful toolkit for academic success. Outside of the classroom, Cushing’s longstanding tradition of excellence in athletics is paired with professional-level visual and performing arts departments.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1340
    174 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    81 responses

    Fall School Fair Visits & Open Houses

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    Join Cushing Academy at one of our upcoming events. Whether you are coming to campus or meeting us elsewhere, our Admissions Team, Coaches, and Faculty are excited to meet you. Come prepared with ample enthusiasm, plenty of questions, and leave some room in your bag for some awesome swag! Visit us at a school fair near you or at one of our fall Open Houses on campus.

    Culture & Safety

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    Boarding

    Students Boarding
    92%
    Boarding Days Per Week
    7-day
    Top Countries
    Brazil, Canada, China, South Korea
    International Boarding Students
    35%

    Students

    Diversity
    grade A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    380
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    5:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    grade A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
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