Buxton is an intentionally small, coeducational, boarding and day school, situated on a historic family estate in Williamstown, Massachusetts, amid the beauty of the Berkshire Mountains.
Founded over 80 years ago as a progressive school, we believe a student`s whole experience here is part of their education and what goes on outside the classroom is just as important as what goes on inside.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $71,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $33,000
- Acceptance rate: n/a%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1928
1909
Campus Size
114 acres
125 acres
School Calendar
School Motto
Not provided
Student Body
Enrollment
50 students
300 students
% Students of Color
35%
25%
% International Students
14%
20%
% Students Boarding
90%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
70%
Summer Program Details
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
17
Courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$3 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$71,500
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$33,000
$33,500
Tuition international students
$65,000
$53,975
% Students on Financial Aid
35%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$29,000
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
n/a
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Average Percentile SSAT
n/a%
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Director of Admissions
Tim Custer
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
6
16
Colors
White, Green
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
14
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Jewish Student UnionPoC Union
Radio
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
School Notes
- Buxton is an intentionally small, coeducational, boarding and day school, situated on a historic family estate in Williamstown, Massachusetts, amid the beauty of the Berkshire mountains. Founded over 90 years ago as a progressive school, we believe a student`s whole experience here is part of their education and what goes on outside the classroom is just as important as what goes on inside.
- Students are nurtured and challenged intellectually, artistically, emotionally and morally. We accomplish this through rigorous academics, a varied and active arts program, a caring faculty and a community of people who all work to create a growth-promoting, meaningful experience for students.
- At Buxton we not only believe in community, we live it, day in and day out. Family-style meals, wake-up or bed-check, Friday night recreation, raking leaves together, or going to the local coffeehouse to chat help us create a compelling community of learners, workers, thinkers and artists. Buxton thrives on a fusion of races, religions, socio-economic backgrounds, personalities and talents. Our intimate, diverse culture helps students form meaningful relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds. The differences we bring to Buxton serve to enrich all that we experience at school and in the larger world. Our outstanding college admission record is not an end in itself but rather a natural outcome of the demanding academics and varied life we live at Buxton.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Peter Shumlin - Governor of Vermont
- Christian Parenti - Journalist and writer
- Philip Rickey - Sculptor
- Justin Theroux - Actor
- Frank Wood - Actor
- Marco Williams - Documentary Film Maker
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Buxton School cost?
Buxton School's tuition is approximately $71,500 for boarding students and $33,000 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Buxton School?
Buxton School famous alumni include: Peter Shumlin, Christian Parenti, Philip Rickey, Justin Theroux, Frank Wood and Marco Williams.
What sports does Buxton School offer?
Buxton School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Dance, Soccer, Track and Field and Ultimate Frisbee.
Does Buxton School offer a summer program?
Yes, Buxton School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Buxton School?
The application deadline for Buxton 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 most defining aspect of Buxton, in my eyes, was work program. Work program was a time twice a week when students perform the basic maintenance work of the school: cleaning, gardening, raking, chopping the. . .
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