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Worcester Academy

  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding
  • 6-12
  • Worcester, MA
  • 118 reviews
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    NG
  3. Teachers
    A-
  4. College Prep
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A
  6. Sports
    A
Address
81 Providence Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Telephone
(508) 754-5302
Website
worcesteracademy.org

Applying

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

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$33,822
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)
$59,557
Received Financial Aid
—
Average Financial Aid
—
From Worcester Academy

Worcester Academy is a co-ed day/boarding school for grades 6-12 & postgraduates. Through a thoughtfully designed curriculum & an abundance of extracurricular activities, WA is an environment filled with expert guidance, plenty of options, and, of course, challenge. WA's mission is to instill in students the desire to learn throughout life, engage passionately with the world around them, and to be honorable persons of strong and resourceful character. Through core values—honor, respect, community, personal growth, and challenge—every student is encouraged and expected to "Achieve the Honorable".

Worcester Academy Rankings

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
—
Average SAT
1270
149 responses
Average ACT
29
49 responses
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Culture & Safety

Poll
88%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.8 responses
Poll
75%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.8 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 56 responses
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  • Spree Day!
    20%
  • International Assembly
    14%
  • Graduation on the historic Quad
    13%
  • Homecoming Weekend
    13%
  • Dexter Prize
    9%
  • Board of Monitors Tap In Ceremony
    7%
  • Football under the lights
    5%

    Students

    Diversity
    NG
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    605
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.13 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    8:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.25 responses
    Poll
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.25 responses
    Poll
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.25 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    —
    Boys Athletic Participation
    —
    70%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.10 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.10 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.10 responses

    Worcester Academy Reviews

    118 reviews
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    Our family had a great experience at WA! There are so many opportunities for kids to find their interests and try new activities. The teachers are mostly fantastic. There are super academic opportunities for geniuses, really bright kids, and kids who need structure and motivation to be their best student-selves. This makes for a nice mix of kids with a broad variety of strengths and talents. Kids get so many chances to form close bonds with their teachers, who often are also their coaches, club advisors, project mentors, academic advisors. Academic AND personal preparation for college is topnotch. WA kids learn how to write, research, think creatively. The unique urban historic campus provides options for community service and seeing life beyond the ivy-covered gates. "Achieve the honorable" motto is central to everything at the school.
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    I did a PG year at WA and it was one of the toughest, most satisfying years of my life. I met lifelong friends and had an amazing experience. I was prepared for college both academically and athletically. GREAT place to send your child!
    Worcester Academy has provided me with a unique experience. After transferring here from my public school, I was forced to make a transition into a boring community at a younger age than most students. This transition, overtime, helped me mature. The administration works close with students and is always working to benefit you as a student and a person. Worcester Academy is a tight knit community in which everyone knows each other's names and share either a smile or a friendly greeting as you pass each other. I have met people at WA and made bonds in which I hope last a lifetime. Another aspect in which I really enjoyed is the international population on campus. It provides an opportunity to learn about other cultures and it really opens up one's mind. I have had my times of frustration, however my overall experience at Worcester Academy has been immensely enjoyable and I wish my stay here was longer.