Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $76,200
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $54,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
The Frederick Gunn School
The Frederick Gunn School, founded in 1850, is a co-ed boarding and day school for 325 students in grades 9-12/PG located in Washington, CT. The school's student body typically consists of students from more than 25 states and over 20 countries - nearly 80% of students live on campus.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $76,200
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $54,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Frederick Gunn School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1850
1909
Campus Size
220 acres
125 acres
School Calendar
School Motto
The Frederick Gunn School cultivates independent critical thinkers empowered to be a force for good.
Student Body
Enrollment
330 students
300 students
% Students of Color
15%
25%
% International Students
24%
20%
% Students Boarding
77%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
31
17
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
73%
70%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
31
17
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$25 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$76,200
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$54,000
$33,500
% Students on Financial Aid
38%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$41,000
$25,000
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Suzanne Day
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lexi '17, Sarah Lawrence College, Art History and French -
- Tim '17, Columbia University, Music and PreMed -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Frederick Gunn School cost?
The Frederick Gunn School's tuition is approximately $76,200 for boarding students and $54,000 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from The Frederick Gunn School?
The Frederick Gunn School famous alumni include: Lexi '17, Sarah Lawrence College, Art History and French and Tim '17, Columbia University, Music and PreMed.
What is The Frederick Gunn School's ranking?
The Frederick Gunn School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for The Frederick Gunn School?
The application deadline for The Frederick Gunn School is Jan. 15.
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- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $76,200
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $54,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
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