Rumsey Hall School vs. Rectory School
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School Overview
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Rumsey Hall School
201 Romford Rd.
Washington, CT 06794, United States of America
Washington, CT 06794, United States of America
Top Rankings
Rumsey Hall School ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 96 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Rectory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 279 schools) for:
Overview
Rumsey Hall is an independent junior boarding (5-9) and day school (Pre-K-9) in Washington, CT.
At Rumsey Hall, children discover the joy of learning and what it means to be a contributing member of a community.
We teach attitudes of mind and heart that will guide our graduates throughout their lives.
In a close-knit community where every child is known and recognized for their unique talents and contributions, our students are nurtured as they grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Rumsey`s emphasis on rewarding effort teaches the value of hard work and enables every student to be their best.
At Rectory School, we don't just teach students-we nurture individuals.
With small class sizes and personalized instruction rooted in how children learn best, students in grades K9 are empowered to grow with confidence and curiosity.
Our vibrant boarding and day community is united by shared values and deep relationships, ensuring every child is known, supported, and inspired to thrive.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
5-9
5-9
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1900
1920
Campus Size
231 acres
138 acres
Students Body
Enrollment
328
250
% Students of Color
5%
20%
% International Students
35%
38%
% Students 51勛圖厙
41%
60%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
12
10
Student : Teacher ratio
5:1
4:1
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
5
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
51%
70%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Finances
Endowment Size
$31 million
$26 million
Tuition (51勛圖厙 Students)
$69,870
$80,300
Tuition (Day Students)
$32,000
$39,700
Tuition (international students)
n/a
$85,800
Tuition (5 Day 51勛圖厙)
n/a
$71,400
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$18,000
n/a
Merit Scholarships Offered
n/a
$1
Admission
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Accepts Standardized Application
No
Yes
SSAT Required
No
No
Acceptance Rate
80%
n/a
Director of Admissions
Jennifer Kolpak
Lesley Gibbs
Associate Director of Admissions
n/a
Jacob Guertin
List of Courses Offered
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
5
Sport
Total Sports Offered
16
24
Sports
Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country Running, Field Hockey, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Extracurricular
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
17
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Art Exploration, Band, Ceramics Club, Chorus, Digital Media, Ensemble, Guitar Club, History of American Pop Music, Jazz Band, Musical Theater, Orchestra, Photography Club, RECapella, Stain Glass, Student Development & Leadership, Woodshop, World Drumming