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  • HARTFORD, CT
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Watkinson School

#7 in Best Private High Schools in Hartford Area
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A minus
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B
    watkinson.org
    (860) 236-5618
    180 BLOOMFIELD AVE
    HARTFORD, CT 06105
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    About Watkinson School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    February 1
    Application Fee
    $50
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT, TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $42,000
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    40%
    Average Financial Aid
    $25,000

    From Watkinson School

    Watkinson School's mission is to develop in our students the power to shape their lives and the world around them. Enrolling 220 students in grades 6-12/PG, Watkinson boasts a 5:1 student-teacher ratio and an average class size of 13. Our one-of-a-kind Creative Arts, Exhibitions, Global Studies, Learning Skills, and College Counseling Programs offer students remarkable experiences—from guest speakers to international travel, to memorable reflection, to one-on-one academic coaching. Watkinson's exceptional educational philosophy creates an unparalleled learning environment where students thrive.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1240
    68 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    18 responses
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    Research Proves: Happy Students Learn Better

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    Happiness at school directly affects how students learn. Watkinson School is leader in student happiness and genuine achievement. The results are the proof: our students' college acceptances are impressive and varied, from Yale and Brown, to Tufts and Princeton, to Middlebury and UConn, and more. The Class of 2022 received 121 merit scholarship offers totaling $2.5 million for freshman year.

    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
    A minus
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    245
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    4:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
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    Living in the Area

    Blue Hills
    C
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C
    2. Good for Families
      C
    3. Housing
      D
    Median Household Income
    $46,744
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,067
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $153,322
    National
    $244,900
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