Located on 125 acres in Western Massachusetts, Williston has a history dating back to 1841. Williston`s 420 students come from 30 countries and 25 U.S. states.
All Williston students take part in Williston`s Comprehensive Program for Academic and Social Success, known as COMPASS, which unifies our CORE Life and Leadership Program; our Williston Scholars program; our College Counselling program; and our Center for Academic Success (Academic Suport).
At the core of the Williston experience is our balance of academic excellence and support-students choose from 145 courses, and they utilize our Writing Center, our Math Center as well as more formalized academic support.
Additionally, Williston has a long history of athletic excellence, with over 35 percent of our graduating seniors going on to play at the college level in the last 5 years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12, PG
- Grades: (Day Students) 7-12, PG
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $74,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $51,000
- Acceptance rate: 33%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Williston Northampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1841
1909
Campus Size
125 acres
125 acres
Colors
Blue, Green
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
400 students
300 students
% Students of Color
18%
25%
% International Students
24%
20%
% Students Boarding
70%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Bi-Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
29
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
70%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$60 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$74,000
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$51,000
$33,500
% Students on Financial Aid
46%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,250
$25,000
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
63%
-
Acceptance Rate
33%
58%
Director of Admissions
Christopher J. Dietrich
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
29
17
Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government & Politics
AP Computer ScienceAP English Language
AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP French Language
AP Latin: VergilAP Microeconomics
AP Music TheoryAP Physics
AP Physics C: Electricity & MagnetismAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language
AP StatisticsAP United States History
AP US Government & PoliticsBC & Multivariable Calculus
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
21
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
33
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Blue and White Society (school spirit)Blue Notes (male a capella)
Filipino Culture ClubJane Austen Club
Maiyeros (boys a capella)Math Tutoring Society
Milagros (gospel choir)Mitchell Cabinet (Service Club)
Model UNPhilanthropy Society
Photography ClubScience Team
Service ClubSpanish Community Center Tutors
Student Council OfficersStudent Multicultural Board
SubterraneansT.R.I.B.E. (Trust, Respect, Individuality, Belief, Equality)
The Book Club and Literary SocietyThe Debate Society
The Log (Student Newspaper)Theater
Westtown Competitive Gaming ClubWillistonian (Student Newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Chinese Chess ClubMake-a-Wish
Muslim Students AssociationNative American Club
Peer Educators (healthy decisions)Philanthropy Club
Principles of Coaching
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Maiyeros - male a cappellaThe Press - campus sports news
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
New York University, Trinity College
20
Hobart College, University of Massachusetts
16
Connecticut College, Union College
14
Northeastern University
13
Colby College, Bentley University, Ithaca College
11
University of Vermont
10
Cornell, Skidmore, Babson, USC
8
Williams, Middlebury, Wesleyan, Fordham
6
Brown, University of Pennsylvania, Tufts, Carnegie Mellon
5
Harvard, Yale, Amherst, Hamilton
3
School Notes
- The Williston Northampton School accreditations: NEASC, TABS, NAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Steve Porter ’97 - PorterHouse Media produces ESPN video mashups
- G.P. Gromacki ’89 - Led Amherst College women's basketball team to the NCAA Division III championship, named Coach of the Year by D3hoops.com.
- William S. Clark - UMass/Amherst President
- Winthrop Crane - 40th Governor of Massachusetts, U.S. Senator
- Brad Hall ’75 - Actor, producer, writer. Saturday Night Live Weekend Update anchor
- Patrick Rissmiller - Professional hockey player, NHL NY Rangers forward
- George Crockett Strong, Class of 1851 - U.S. Civil War General
- Robert Samuelson ’63 - Economic columnist and journalist, editor for Newsweek and the Washington Post, author
- George Stanley Hall - Psychologist, father of American Psychology
- Tony Lavelli ’45 - First overall NBA draft pick, accordionist for the Harlem Globetrotters
- School Mascot: Wildcat, Wildcats
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Williston Northampton School cost?
The Williston Northampton School's tuition is approximately $74,000 for boarding students and $51,000 for day students.
What schools are The Williston Northampton School often compared to?
The Williston Northampton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northfield Mount Hermon, Berkshire School, Deerfield Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of The Williston Northampton School?
The acceptance rate of The Williston Northampton School is 33%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.
Who are famous alumni from The Williston Northampton School?
The Williston Northampton School famous alumni include: Steve Porter ’97, G.P. Gromacki ’89, William S. Clark, Winthrop Crane, Brad Hall ’75, Patrick Rissmiller, George Crockett Strong, Class of 1851, Robert Samuelson ’63, George Stanley Hall and Tony Lavelli ’45.
What sports does The Williston Northampton School offer?
The Williston Northampton School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.
What is The Williston Northampton School's ranking?
The Williston Northampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for The Williston Northampton School?
The application deadline for The Williston Northampton School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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