Worcester Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 502 students
Yearly Tuition: $41,000
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Worcester Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Worcester Academy
6	15
7	18
8	30
9	82
10	98
11	119
12	140

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1834

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

71 acres

School Motto

Achieve the Honorable

Student Body

Total Students

502 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

83 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

14 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Casual but professional dress code

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$41,000

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Tuition Notes

Represents upper school day tuition. Please visit www.worcesteracademy.org to view tuition for the middle school and boarding programs.

% on Financial Aid

48%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$23,000

Admissions Director

Meghan Bennett

Admissions Associate

Kevin Zifcak

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Endowment Size

$60 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Wrestling

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School Mascot

Hilltoppers

School Notes

Since 1834 Worcester Academy has been creating life-changing experiences for students, families, and the community.
Our exception faculty inspire students to dig deeper and put forth effort that builds perseverance, character, and world-readiness. Our students are engaged, empowered, and equipped to "Achieve The Honorable," now and throughout their lives.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Cole Porter, 1909 - Broadway composer
- Jim Davis, 1962 - Chairman, New Balance Athletic Shoe
- John F. Dryden, 1857 - Founder Prudential Insurance, U.S. Senator
- Jonathan Starr, 1994 - Financial executive and philanthropist
- Alingon Mitra, 2004 - Comedian
- Kaz Grala, 2017 - Stock car racing driver
- Aliyah Boston, 2019 - Nation鈥檚 top-ranked college women鈥檚 basketball player, USC. 2022 NCAA Women's Basketball Champion
- H. Jon Benjamin, 1984 - Actor, comedian
- Jordan Lucas, 2012 - NFL Player, Super Bowl LIV Champion
- Jessica Phillips, 1989 - Stage & screen actress

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Worcester Academy cost?

Worcester Academy's tuition is approximately $41,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Worcester Academy?

Worcester Academy famous alumni include: Cole Porter, 1909, Jim Davis, 1962, John F. Dryden, 1857, Jonathan Starr, 1994, Alingon Mitra, 2004, Kaz Grala, 2017, Aliyah Boston, 2019, H. Jon Benjamin, 1984, Jordan Lucas, 2012 and Jessica Phillips, 1989.

What sports does Worcester Academy offer?

Worcester Academy offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling. Worcester Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.

What is Worcester Academy's ranking?

Worcester Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Worcester Academy?

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

In what neighborhood is Worcester Academy located?

Worcester Academy is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Worcester, MA.

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The average private school tuition in Worcester, MA is $22,341 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Worcester, MA is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).