The Putney School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked VT School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 225 students
Yearly Tuition: $82,600
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

The Putney School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Putney School
9	41
10	58
11	62
12	64

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

https://www.putneyschool.org/ctl/

Year Founded

1935

Last Day of School

Sun. Jun 6, 2027

Campus Size

600 acres

Student Body

Total Students

225 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

37%

State avg.: 12%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

73%

Average Class Size

12 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$82,600

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Tuition Notes

Day students: $51,600

% on Financial Aid

37%

College Acceptance Rate

99%

Admissions Director

Patrick Noyes

Application URL

Endowment Size

$33 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Colors

Green/White

School Mascot

The Elm Tree

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Literary MagazineYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Chamber OrchestraMadrigals

Orchestra

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Alpine Skiing & SnowboardingFencing

FitnessHorseback riding

Mountain BikingYoga

School Notes

We are a progressive school, in that we value the idea that education is something to be actively pursued rather than passively received.
When students learn by doing rather than being told, they develop confidence, deeper understanding, and resolve.
Our continued commitment to our fundamental beliefs, and our deliberate choices for our community and curriculum have put Putney at the leading edge of education in America.

The Putney School is designed for independent, motivated, and capable students seeking intellectual freedom, responsibility and opportunities for competence in a variety of fields. The school's 500-acre campus is situated on a working Vermont dairy farm that supports a rich curriculum in sustainability. As a progressive school, we think of our curriculum as everything we do. This includes, our,,,, and off-campus learning opportunities.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ted Osius - U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam
- Wally Shawn - Writer, actor, director
- Jonathan Schell - Author, The Fate of the Earth
- Errol Morris - Documentary filmmaker
- Kerry Kennedy Cuomo - Director Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Center for Hum. Rights
- Tea Leoni - Actress
- Tim Weiner - Pulitzer Prize winning journalist
- Tim Daly - Film, television, and theater actor

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Putney School cost?

The Putney School's tuition is approximately $82,600 for private students.

What schools are The Putney School often compared to?

The Putney School is often viewed alongside schools like Vermont Academy by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from The Putney School?

The Putney School famous alumni include: Ted Osius, Wally Shawn, Jonathan Schell, Errol Morris, Kerry Kennedy Cuomo, Tea Leoni, Tim Weiner and Tim Daly.

What sports does The Putney School offer?

The Putney School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

What is The Putney School's ranking?

The Putney School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Putney School?

The application deadline for The Putney School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5 12/7/2015

Putney is a wonderful and nurturing school with a fantastic arts program. It's been more than 10 years since I graduated and every passing year increases my understanding of what a special place Putney is and how blessed I was to attend. I received so much personal, academic, and creative support. I was given space and fantastic resources to discover myself as a person and an artist. I met lifelong friends and mentors. I was taught the value of hard work and time management. They met the superficial 'prep school' goal of helping me get into a top college. Going to Putney altered the course of my life in a wonderful way. I am forever in their debt.

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The average private school tuition in Windham County, VT is $23,213 for elementary schools and $40,186 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Windham County, VT is 57% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).