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 over 150 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 five years.
Quick Stats (2025)
Top Rankings
The Williston Northampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 279 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1841
1907
Campus Size
125 acres
125 acres
Colors
Blue, Green
Student Body
Enrollment
434 students
315 students
% Students of Color
38%
27%
% International Students
25%
21%
% Students 51³Ô¹ÏÍø
70%
67%
Average SAT Score
1360
(Out of 1600)
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Bi-Weekly
Weekly
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
52
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$60 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students)
(51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students)
$74,000
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$51,000
$36,400
% 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%
64%
Director of Admissions
Christopher J. Dietrich
Lee Greener
Lee Greener
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
52
18
Courses
AP African American Studies, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC & Multivariable Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government & Politics, AP Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP French Language, AP Latin: Vergil, AP Micro & Macroeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP United States History, AP US Government & Politics, AP World History: Modern
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
25
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
15
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Asian Alliance Club, Black Student Union, Janus literary magazine, Math Team, Math Tutoring Society, Model UN, Photography Club, Science Team, T.R.I.B.E. (Trust, Respect, Individuality, Belief, Equality), The Debate Society, The Log (Yearbook), Theater, Wildest Cats (spirit group), Williston Serves (community service club), Willistonian (Student Newspaper)
College Matriculation
Year: 2020 - 2023
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Northeastern University
24
Skidmore College, Syracuse University, Boston University, Trinity College
15
Holy Cross, St. Lawrence, UMass-Amherst
11
Wesleyan University, New York University
8
Brown University, Williams College, Colby College, Union College
7
Tufts University, Connecticut College, Hamilton College., Bates College, Boston College, Babson Coll
6
Columbia University, Middlebury College, University of Pennsylvania, Dickinson College, Gettysburg C
5
Yale University, Cornell University, Amherst College, Lehigh University, University of Southern Cali
4
Harvard University, Dartmouth College, Bowdoin College, Georgetown University, Kenyon College, Hobar
3
Princeton University, Bucknell University, Ithaca College, Providence College, West Point, Universit
2
School Notes
- The Williston Northampton School accreditations: NEASC, TABS, NAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Gabby Thomas '15 - Olympic gold medalist
- 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: 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 64%.
Who are famous alumni from The Williston Northampton School?
The Williston Northampton School famous alumni include: Gabby Thomas '15, 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 25 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Water Polo. The Williston Northampton School is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
What is The Williston Northampton School's ranking?
The Williston Northampton School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most sports offered, 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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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. . .
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. . .
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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