The Winchendon School

The Winchendon School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
172 Ash St,  Winchendon, MA
4.1
4.5
285 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Laurie Lambert
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$34,400
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
54
Full Time Teachers
45
Part Time Teachers
9
Teachers in First or Second Year
12%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
610
Verbal
590
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
28
Reading
29
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
70%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
62.3%
Female
37.7%
White
58.7%
Asian
34.9%
Black
4%
Hispanic
2.4%
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School Rankings

#16 Most Diverse Private HS in Massachusetts
#31 Best Boarding HS in Massachusetts
#51 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Massachusetts
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Boston University 32 Students
Boston College 27 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst 26 Students
New York University 20 Students
University of Vermont 18 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston 17 Students
University of Connecticut 16 Students
Bentley University 16 Students
Harvard University 15 Students
Clark University 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 52 Students
Psychology 32 Students
Finance 20 Students
Biology 19 Students
Economics 16 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 14 Students
International Business 13 Students
Nursing 12 Students
Marketing 12 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 58 Reviews
5.0 Freshman
9/25/2024
I think Winchendon is a great school. I've been here for a small time and I love it. There's a lot to do, many many friends to make and I overall recommend it. I really like the teachers, and I actually get to participate in a class of 6-10 rather than be in a class of 25-30 like in public school.
4.0 Senior
5/9/2024
I very much enjoyed my experience here at winch. the feeling of togetherness and coumunity is very strong. on my fist day i didnt have the experince of first day nerves because i felt welcomed and that i belonged.
5.0 Alum
10/25/2023
The moment I stepped on campus for my tour, I knew that it was the place for me. I could not recommend it more.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 17 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/29/2019
The Winchendon School has been an amazing experience for my children. Great academic support, excellent hands on opportunities and encouraging ownership. Both my kids have become more confident and independent. The atmosphere always feels respectable and welcoming. I like the ease at which a student...
5.0 other
2/10/2019
In my time at the Winchendon School, I was given the opportunity to thrive, both in and outside of the classroom. The small class sizes allowed me to excel in areas that I had previously struggled in, while the numerous options for extracurricular activities gave me the chance to explore a variety o...
5.0 other
7/5/2018
After graduating from the Winchendon School I can honestly say that I had an amazing high school experience. Many high school grads want to leave and never look back but Winchendon alumni often return to the campus that will always be like a second home to them. I met some of my best friends at Winc...
1.0 teacher
3/8/2018
Not recommended if you really want a dorm & academic experience, go to other New England schools or schools in VA, CA or DE.

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