The MacDuffie School (2026 Profile)

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Tel: (413) 255-0000

66 School Street
Granby, MA 01033

macduffie.org

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The MacDuffie School Photo #1 - Aerial view of MacDuffie's 250 acre campus

The MacDuffie School Photo #2 - Athletics : 14 different interscholastic sports offered.

The MacDuffie School Photo #3 - Middle School Field Trip

The MacDuffie School Photo #5 - Student Center

The MacDuffie School Photo #6 - Dance performance

The MacDuffie School Photo #7 - Three theatrical performances each year plus classes in acting.

Founded in 1890, The MacDuffie School is a boarding and day school for Boys & Girls in grades 6- 12 located in Granby, Massachusetts. Our mission is to foster in all students the intellectual habits of mind, high ethical standards and respect for diversity required for becoming morally responsible and effective individuals in their personal lives, careers and communities and beyond.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 6-12, PG
Enrollment: 275 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $57,150
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $30,600
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The MacDuffie School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

The MacDuffie School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

6-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1890

1909

Campus Size

254 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

To foster in all students the intellectual habits of mind, high ethical standards, and respect for diversity.

Student Body

Enrollment

275 students

300 students

% Students of Color

57%

25%

% International Students

40%

20%

% Students Boarding

55%

70%

Average SAT Score

1265
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

29
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

75%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Accreditations

The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP BiologyBC Calculus

CalculusChemistry

English Language and CompositionEnglish Language and Literature

European HistoryFrench

LatinMultivariable Calculus

PhysicsSpanish

StatisticsUS History

World History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$1 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$57,150
(ELL Program Fee $2200)

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$30,600
($25,700 grades 6-8)

$33,500

Tuition international students

$3,750

$53,975

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$55,650

$44,000

% Students on Financial Aid

54%

40%

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

51%

Acceptance Rate

50%

58%

Director of Admissions

Rachel Sadler

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Swimming and DivingTennis

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Colors

not specified

School Mascot

MacDuffie Mustang

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

AWAREBunkerstube Club (manages the student snack shop/game room)

Essence ClubStudents Against Nature's Exploitation (SANE)

Club or Organization:

Animation ClubASL Club

Bunkerstube ClubCalligraphy Club

Chess ClubChinese Language & Culture Club

Debate ClubEuropean Club

FBLAFrisbee Club

Gourmet ClubKey Club

Latino Culture OrganizationLiturgical Folk Choir

Math RelaysMedia Club

MOSAICPhotography Club

Physics ClubPine Needle

Psychology ClubQSA

Rubik Cube ClubSTEM Club

Tae Kwon DoTap Club

Tennis ClubThe Instrumentalists

The Jam ClubThe Magnet (student newspaper)

The Magnolia YearbookThe MUSE: Literary Magazine Club

Unicorn

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Arts and Music Programs:

Dance Club

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

University of Illinois-Urbana

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Boston Unviersity

Michigan State Unviersity

University of California-San Diego

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Brandeis University

Mount Holyoke College

Purdue University

University of California-Davis

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School Notes

Founded in 1890, The MacDuffie School is a boarding and day school for Boys & Girls in grades 6- 12 located in Granby, Massachusetts. Our mission is to foster in all students the intellectual habits of mind, high ethical standards and respect for diversity required for becoming morally responsible and effective individuals in their personal lives, careers and communities and beyond.
Ask MacDuffie students what they like most about their school and the answer is the warm atmosphere and friendly relationship between faculty and students. This is a community where we respect and learn from each other. MacDuffie is located on 254 beautiful acres. MacDuffie is 25 miles from Hartford, 90 miles from Boston, 150 miles from New York City. MacDuffie is a place where we embrace and celebrate differences, where students from all over the world share their cultures, and where all are able to explore their known and yet to be discovered talents in a safe and supportive environment. Our location in the heart of the Pioneer Valley in Western Massachusetts provides ample opportunity to expand the wall of the classroom to the halls of local universities, libraries, museums, mountains, streams and beyond.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Betsy Bernard - Former President of AT&T

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The MacDuffie School cost?

The MacDuffie School's tuition is approximately $57,150 for boarding students and $30,600 for day students.

What schools are The MacDuffie School often compared to?

The MacDuffie School is often viewed alongside schools like Marvelwood School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of The MacDuffie School?

The acceptance rate of The MacDuffie School is 50%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.

Who are famous alumni from The MacDuffie School?

The MacDuffie School famous alumni include: Betsy Bernard.

What sports does The MacDuffie School offer?

The MacDuffie School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

What is The MacDuffie School's ranking?

The MacDuffie School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.

When is the application deadline for The MacDuffie School?

The application deadline for The MacDuffie School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The MacDuffie School Alumni #1
Class of 2019
5.002/23/2021
Cornell University

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