Academy Of The Holy Family (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CT School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 30 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,900
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Academy Of The Holy Family ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Academy Of The Holy Family
9	3
10	10
11	11
12	6

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1874

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

School Motto

Pursue knowledge; embrace the truths of Christ; respond to the needs of others.

Student Body

Total Students

30 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

80%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

school uniform

Number of AP Courses

2 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

AP CalculusAP English

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,900

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Tuition Notes

domestic boarding= $32500 international boarding= $41100

% on Financial Aid

80%

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

99%

Admissions Director

Mother Mary Jude

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

Softball

Colors

Blue, Gold

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Ambassadors ClubBeing Human Club

Campus Ministry ClubEnvironmental

FIT (Fitness Innovative Team)Legion of Mary

National Honor Society (NHS)Pro-Life Club

TheatreYearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Student Council

School Notes

The Academy of the Holy Family (AHF), a Catholic college prep school for young women, was founded in 1874.
We are located in the New England countryside approximately two hours away from Boston and three hours from New York City.
The Academy has educated young women from the United States and abroad.
A tight-knit school community, AHF offers its students the opportunity to express their faith and learn in a comfortable atmosphere.
Classes are small, enabling students to receive individual attention.
Courses offered include college prep, honors and some advanced placement classes.
The faculty consists of both religious and lay persons.
At the Academy we strive to "Pursue knowledge; embrace the truths of Christ; respond to the needs of others." Our young women are confident, active in the community and graduate from AHF, ready to attend various colleges and universities.
We often hear from our alumnae and realize the impact the Academy has made on them- successful careers, yes, as well as bringing a sense of family to wherever their path in life has taken them.

The Academy of the Holy Family (AHF), a Catholic college prep school for young women, was founded in 1874. We are located in the New England countryside approximately two hours away from Boston and three hours from New York City. The Academy has educated young women from the United States and abroad. A tight-knit school community, AHF offers its students the opportunity to express their faith and learn in a comfortable atmosphere. Classes are small, enabling students to receive individual attention. Courses offered include college prep, honors and some advanced placement classes. Our international students have English as a Second Language (ESL) and English for ESL classes. The faculty consists of both religious and lay persons. At the Academy we strive to "Pursue knowledge; embrace the truths of Christ; respond to the needs of others." Our young women are confident, active in the community and graduate from AHF, ready to attend various colleges and universities. We often hear from our alumnae and realize the impact the Academy has made on them- successful careers, yes, as well as bringing a sense of family to wherever their path in life has taken them.
We offer the option to enroll as a commuter, full time boarder, or part-time boarder (5 or less week day)
Pupils have the oppotunity to partcipate in a number of co-curricular activities including: drama; athletics; choir; campus ministry

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Academy Of The Holy Family cost?

Academy Of The Holy Family's tuition is approximately $11,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Academy Of The Holy Family?

The acceptance rate of Academy Of The Holy Family is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

What sports does Academy Of The Holy Family offer?

Academy Of The Holy Family offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Softball.

What is Academy Of The Holy Family's ranking?

Academy Of The Holy Family ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Academy Of The Holy Family?

The application deadline for Academy Of The Holy Family is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in New London County, CT is $18,272 for elementary schools and $26,472 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New London County, CT is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).