Westminster School (2026 Profile)

5.00 (10 reviews)

Tel: (860) 408-3060

995 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070

www.westminster-school.org

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Westminster School Photo #1 - Gund Reading Room in the Cole Library, a stunning place to study, meet and hold events.

Westminster School Photo #2 - The planetarium in Armour Academic Center.

Westminster School Photo #3 - A junior (fifth form) English class of 12 students - that's the average class size!

Westminster School Photo #4 - Baxter Gallery is an inspiring space for English teacher Mrs. McGrath and her freshman (third form) students.

Westminster School Photo #5 - Two new dorms and another one in the works makes for a comfortable, safe and home-like atmosphere for students.

Westminster School Photo #6 - Here's Squibb House and faculty housing, part of the main residential "quad" on campus, atop Williams Hill

Westminster School Photo #7 - Among 200 acres, we have playing fields and on-campus facilities for every sport.

Westminster School Photo #8 - Common areas in every dorm bring together students and faculty for work and play.

Westminster School Photo #9 - Armour Academic Center stands at the center of campus and the heart of the academic experience.

Westminster School Photo #10 - History class.

Founded in 1888, Westminster is a co-educational school of approximately 400 students (75% boarding, 25% day) located in Simsbury, CT, a thriving New England town just outside of Hartford. At Westminster, our core values community, character, balance and involvement shape the daily life of students and faculty alike and the school`s motto Grit & Grace inspires and guides us.

Westminster is a small school, with big opportunities a place where you will be known, supported and belong and have access to top-notch facilities, faculty and programming.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 425 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,370
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $53,095
Acceptance rate: 33%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Westminster School ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 107 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Westminster School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1888

1909

Campus Size

200 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

virtute et numine – by grit and grace

Student Body

Enrollment

425 students

300 students

% Students of Color

20%

25%

% International Students

15%

20%

% Students Boarding

75%

70%

Average SAT Score

1330
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

27
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Yes

Frequency of Saturday Classes

Weekly

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Jackets and ties for boys, skirts/dresses or layers for girls.

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

68%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP Art HistoryAP Biology

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP ChemistryAP Chinese

AP Comparative GovernmentAP Computer Science A

AP Economics (Macro & Micro)AP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science

AP European HistoryAP French Language

AP LatinAP Music Theory

AP Physics-C: MechanicsAP Spanish Language

AP Spanish LiteratureAP Statistics

AP Studio Art: 2-D DesignAP Studio Art: Drawing

AP U.S. History

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$109.6 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$73,370

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$53,095

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

38%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$40,500

$25,000

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

33%

58%

Director of Admissions

Miles Bailey

Associate Director of Admissions

Kelly Babbidge

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Track and FieldWater Polo

Colors

Black and Gold

School Mascot

Martlet

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Band

Club or Organization:

Black & Gold (admission tour guides)Debate Club

Eco-TeamMulti-Cultural Student Union

Seniors As SistersServing Our Neighbors (S.O.N.)

Student Academic CommitteeStudent Activities Committee (S.A.C.)

Student GovernmentThe Martlet (annual magazine)

The Westminster NewsYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

ChamberChorale

Dance ClubDramatics

Jazz ClubTheater (acting)

Theater (stagecraft)Westminster Belles

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Ski and Snowboard Club

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Boston College

Trinity College

University of Richmond

George Washington Univ.

Connecticut College

Hamilton College

Columbia University

Harvard University

Yale University

Colby College

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School Notes

Students are known at Westminster. With 425 students, a 5:1 student/teacher ratio, and an average class size of 12, Westminster is a place where students have the opportunity and support to succeed.
Of the 95 faculty members, 68 percent hold advanced degrees, 68 live on campus and 10 are alumni. Many serve in the traditional roles of teacher, coach, advisor and live in the dorms on campus. The average number of years in education is 19 and at Westminster, 11.
At Westminster, students are encouraged to be authentic, to feel inspired to learn from those different from them and to celebrate diversity and multiculturalism. Students come to Williams Hill from approximately 25 states and 20 countries. Twenty-five percent identify as students of color.
Westminster offers some of the finest boarding school facilities available in North America. Brockelman Student Center opened in 2018, Armstrong Dining Hall started serving meals in 2017 and several student and faculty residences were constructed or remodeled in the last decade. Armour Academic Center opened in 2009 and is LEED gold certified with geothermal heating and cooling.
Situated on scenic Williams Hill with views of the Farmington Valley, the campus is within walking distance of historic downtown Simsbury with many restaurants, coffee shops and stores.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Westminster School cost?

Westminster School's tuition is approximately $73,370 for boarding students and $53,095 for day students.

What schools are Westminster School often compared to?

Westminster School is often viewed alongside schools like Choate Rosemary Hall, Loomis Chaffee by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Westminster School?

The acceptance rate of Westminster School is 33%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%. Westminster School's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Westminster School offer?

Westminster School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Water Polo.

What is Westminster School's ranking?

Westminster School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), Low student-teacher ratio, Large financial endowment and Low acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for Westminster School?

The application deadline for Westminster School is Jan. 15.

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Westminster School Alumni #1
Class of 2018
5.0010/22/2020
Boston College

While Westminster is in the Founder's League, its overall size hovers closely to 400, making it a tightly-knit community where a student at the very least knows everyone's face on campus. The newly built. . .

Westminster School Alumni #2
Class of 2019
5.006/1/2020
Hobart and William Smith Colleges

You mostly have all of your classes besides arts and theatres in one building. The Armour Academic Center is a four-floor building that will host most if not all of your classes. It's home to. . .

Westminster School Alumni #3
Class of 2018
5.002/27/2019
University of Colorado, Boulder

Family-style dinners bring the community together and are unique to Westminster - twice a week when I was a student - now they do it during lunch. The senior lawn ceremony was special - at. . .

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