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The Ethel Walker School
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  • Private, Boarding, All-Girls
  • SIMSBURY, CT

Report Card

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

About

Applying

Application Deadline
January 15
Application Fee
$60
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
SSAT, TOEFL

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$52,150
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)
$71,900
Received Financial Aid
49%
Average Financial Aid
$33,000
From The Ethel Walker School

The Ethel Walker School is far more than a traditional all-girls school. It is a place where mentor educators galvanize students to harness their creative energies and embark on lives of impact.

Unconstrained by gender-biased thinking, Walker’s students are encouraged to test boundaries in the classroom, on the fields, on stage, and in pursuit of knowledge. They embrace that knowledge to build their affluence of mind through a visionary academic approach.

Together, in a community where each individual is supported as she defines her perspective and explores new vantage points, students revel in the confluence of spirit generated from this joyful nexus of connection, collaboration, and creation. While at Walker’s, girls are inspired to lead with confidence and conviction. This strength will imbue each graduate throughout her life. Walker’s alumnae carry themselves with grace and a certainty that empowers them to influence and inspire.

We’re all for girls and have been since 1911.

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The Ethel Walker School Rankings

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1250
112 responses
Average ACT
29
27 responses

Walker's Capabilities Approach Program

academic spotlight

The Walker's Capabilities Approach Program offers a way of thinking about learning beyond the traditional curriculum. The capabilities represent a constellation of skills, interwoven and building on each other. The acquisition of these capabilities helps our students develop resiliency as the process, not just the result, is a goal in itself — encouraging students to embrace a growth mindset.

Culture & Safety

Poll
83%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 12 responses
Poll
75%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 12 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 42 responses
  • Dogswood Day
    24%
  • Community Dinners
    14%
  • Senior privileges
    14%
  • Thanksgiving and Christmas Vespers
    14%
  • Old girl/ new girl shows
    12%
  • Head's Day
    10%
  • Mountain Day
    10%

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Boarding

Students Boarding
57%
Boarding Days Per Week
7-day
Top Countries
China, Mexico, Bermuda, Canada, Hong Kong
International Boarding Students
19%

Students

Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
228
79%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 14 responses
86%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 14 responses
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 14 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National
17:1
Poll
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 15 responses
Poll
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 15 responses
Poll
93%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 15 responses

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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
No data available  
100%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 8 responses
63%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 8 responses
88%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 8 responses

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