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The Williston Northampton School

Tel: (413) 529-3241

19 Payson Avenue
Easthampton, MA 01027

www.williston.com

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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): $82,700
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $56,800
Acceptance rate: 33%
Average class size: 12 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:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

The Williston Northampton School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12, PG

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

7-12, PG

Pre-K-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1841

1909

Campus Size

125 acres

School Calendar

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Student Body

Enrollment

400 students

300 students

% Students of Color

18%

25%

% International Students

24%

20%

% Students Boarding

70%

Average SAT Score

1360
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

29
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Yes

Frequency of Saturday Classes

Bi-Weekly

Weekly

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

75%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Accreditations

New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

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

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$60 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$82,700

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$56,800

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

46%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$25,250

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

63%

Acceptance Rate

33%

58%

Director of Admissions

Christopher J. Dietrich

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Colors

Blue, Green

School Mascot

Wildcats

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

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)

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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

Hobart College, University of Massachusetts

Connecticut College, Union College

Northeastern University

Colby College, Bentley University, Ithaca College

University of Vermont

Cornell, Skidmore, Babson, USC

Williams, Middlebury, Wesleyan, Fordham

Brown, University of Pennsylvania, Tufts, Carnegie Mellon

Harvard, Yale, Amherst, Hamilton

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School Notes

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

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Williston Northampton School cost?

The Williston Northampton School's tuition is approximately $82,700 for boarding students and $56,800 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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The Williston Northampton School Alumni #1
Class of 2016
5.0012/29/2016
Elon University

Williston has a great balance of day students and boarding students, which allow students to know and learn more about the area. With a widespread campus in a safe neighborhood and numerous stores and restaurants. . .

The Williston Northampton School Alumni #2
Class of 2015
5.0012/3/2016
University of Maine

Williston was the best community I could've ever established an identity with. My parents teach at the school, so we actually had a house on the campus. I developed close relationships with not only. . .

The Williston Northampton School Alumni #3
Class of 2011
5.008/7/2012
Harvard University

At a first glance, The Williston Northampton School appears similar to most college preparatory schools. It contains a beautiful New England campus, wonderful and caring teachers, and great athletic and artistic facilities. However, as many. . .

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