Founded in 1843 by lifelong scholar and educator, Sarah Porter, Miss Porter`s School is a college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades nine through 12.
Located in the center of Farmington, Conn., Porter`s offers a diverse high school experience with 334 students hailing from 27 states and representing 30 countries.
The school educates young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens who will shape a changing world. For more information, please visit www.porters.org.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $58,150
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Miss Porter's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Faculty Education
School Resources
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Year Founded
1843
1909
Campus Size
50 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
335 students
300 students
% Students of Color
32%
25%
% International Students
16%
20%
% Students Boarding
65%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
88%
70%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$128 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$73,500
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$58,150
$33,500
Summer Program Cost
$1,500
(All programs cost the same.)
(All programs cost the same.)
% Students on Financial Aid
45%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$30,000
$25,000
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
40%
58%
Director of Admissions
Sarah Quinn
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
17
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
34
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Anime ClubAsian Student Alliance
Astronomy ClubBlack Latinx Alliance
Blockchain ClubChristian Fellowship
Earth ClubEconomy and Finance Club
Gender and Sexuality AllianceGirls Who Code
International Student AdvisoryJewish Student Union
Literary MagazineMental Health Alliance
Model UNPolitics Club
Arts and Music Programs:
A cappellaChoir
Dance WorkshopDigital Art
DrawingFilmmaking
PaintingPottery
PrintmakingTheater and tech
School Notes
- Miss Porter's School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Notable Alumnae - www.porters.org/alumnae
- School Motto: Create access to transformational education.
- School Mascot: Fighting Daisy
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Miss Porter's School cost?
Miss Porter's School's tuition is approximately $73,500 for boarding students and $58,150 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Miss Porter's School?
The acceptance rate of Miss Porter's School is 40%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.
Who are famous alumni from Miss Porter's School?
Miss Porter's School famous alumni include: Notable Alumnae.
What sports does Miss Porter's School offer?
Miss Porter's School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
Does Miss Porter's School offer a summer program?
Yes, Miss Porter's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Miss Porter's School's ranking?
Miss Porter's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percent faculty with advanced degrees, Highest endowment/student, High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High SSAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Miss Porter's School?
The application deadline for Miss Porter's School is Jan. 15.
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Two defining factors about Miss Porter's is the sense of community and the ability for students to create lasting connections with teachers. The community fostered by the students and faculty at Porter's is unlike any. . .
Miss Porter's has unique traditions unlike any other school aimed at including students and making them feel like part of a campus community, such as the school ring tradition. Part of the fun is learning. . .
I would definitely have to say that something unique about Porter's is the connection between Alumnae (called "Ancients") and students. The ability to talk about shared experiences and traditions across generations is something I rarely. . .
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