Private School
The Hotchkiss School
- A+Overall Grade
- Private, Boarding
- 9-12
- Lakeville, CT
- 71 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityA+
- TeachersA+
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA+
- SportsA
Applying
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$50,990
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)
$59,990
Received Financial Aid
31%
Average Financial Aid
$50,080
From The Hotchkiss School
What happens when you bring together 600 students from around the world who are dedicated to being their best?
You get an education that is deepened by human connection and enriched learning. The beauty of a boarding school is its immersive nature — students not only learn with each other in class, but also from each other throughout the day and from faculty members who are dedicated as teachers, coaches, dorm parents, and advisers. At Hotchkiss, 95 percent of our students live on campus and share their daily lives together, bringing their own strengths, talents, and points of view, and respecting each other’s differences. Few educational institutions can offer the unique combination of world-class teaching and the power of a connected community that defines the Hotchkiss experience.
The Hotchkiss School Rankings
Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.
Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.13 responses
Poll
- 85%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.13 responses
Boarding
Students
Diversity
A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
600
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.13 responses
- 85%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.13 responses
- 85%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.13 responses
Teachers
Poll
- 69%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.16 responses
Poll
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.16 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
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Boys Athletic Participation
—
- 91%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.11 responses
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.11 responses
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.11 responses
The Hotchkiss School Reviews
71 reviews
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Hotchkiss made a very generous financial aid offer that make selecting it a no brainer - so don't let the sticker price dissuade you from applying! Our "lower-mid" (10th grade) child has had a fantastic experience in her first few months, despite the Covid lockdowns. Of course the resources are fantastic, but what has especially impressed us as parents is the personal attention for our child from each of her teachers and deans. Go Bearcats!
Our son recently graduated from Hotchkiss and had a great experience. After a rocky Prep Year, the school provided fantastic support which allowed our son to thrive. Our daughter attends a very highly regarded boarding school in MA that's much more "sink or swim." That's not Hotchkiss. They've got ample resources and a very competent administration that recognizes all kids are different. Only complaint is about Math department, which needs attention. There's been too much faculty turnover, and families expect world class instruction for the tuition they are paying. Still, would highly recommend Hotchkiss to any parent with a self-motivated and smart kid.
Warm and caring top-notch high school with excellent Academics, Athletics, and School activities. Faculty and student body that cares beyond just academic achievement. I couldn't pick a better school to send my developing teenagers! The beautiful campus also doesn't hurt!