Boarding Pass is a series about the top 8 boarding high schools across the US, produced by Vietcetera in collaboration with FindingSchool.Explore Now

The Frederick Gunn School United States Flag

A- Recommended Connecticut, US
Or via social:
Home Boarding schools The Frederick Gunn School
Admission Office admissions@frederickgunn.org

School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
A-
Matriculation B+
Academics A-
Extracurriculars A-
Community A-
Reviews A-
Competitive Athletics Large Arts Programs AP Courses Brand new facilities Safe Location Rigorous Academics
Frederick Gunn was a pioneering educator, courageous abolitionist and outdoorsman. He inspired generations of students to be curious, thoughtful, to be active members of their communities, to stand up for what they believe in and work hard both in and out of the classroom. At The Frederick Gunn School we continue stand by these guiding principles and build upon them to ensure our students become hard working, active citizens and life long learners who will be a force for good in this world. At the Frederick Gunn School we value character as highly as intellect and achievement, just as Frederick Gunn did over 170 years ago.
Show more
The Frederick Gunn School Information 2025 | FindingSchool
Gallery
The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School The Frederick Gunn School
If you would like to add The Frederick Gunn School to your favorites, compare it with other schools, or share it with friends, here are some quick links.

School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$79,800
Enrollment
330
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:4
Endowment
$92 million
AP
19
Average SAT Score
1403
Average ACT Score
30
Class Size
12
Boarding %
78

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#2 Columbia University 1 +
#5 Yale University 1 +
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#14 Vanderbilt University 1 +
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1 +
#17 Cornell University 1 +
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1 +
#21 Emory University 1 +

AP Scores

(2023-2024)
Number of students who took AP tests
150
Number of tests taken
300
29%
25%
25%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(19)
Biology
French Language and Culture
Macroeconomics
Spanish Language and Culture
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Biology
French Language and Culture
Macroeconomics
Spanish Language and Culture
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
United States History
Chemistry
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Music Theory
Statistics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Physics 1
Physics 2
Environmental Science
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Comparative Government and Politics
European History
View all

AP Equivalent and Beyond

(23)
English II Honors
Honors English: The Sociocritical Essay
Honors English: Literary Criticism & Craft
Honors English: Reading & Rhetoric
French II Honors
French III Honors
English II Honors
Honors English: The Sociocritical Essay
Honors English: Literary Criticism & Craft
Honors English: Reading & Rhetoric
French II Honors
French III Honors
Spanish II Honors
Spanish III Honors
Algebra II Honors
Advanced Computer Science
Independent Study in Advanced Math
Advanced Engineering
Biology Honors
Chemistry Honors
Pre-Med Honors
Modern World History Honors
Honors Philosophy Seminar
Gunn Scholars
Sports Business Honors Seminar
Honors in Entrepreneurship
Advanced Chamber Orchestra
Vocal Ensemble Advanced
Jazz Band Advanced
View all

Sports

(13)
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
View all

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(12)
Dance Club
Debate Club
Book Club
Crossroads
Cum Laude Society
Fishing Club
Dance Club
Debate Club
Book Club
Crossroads
Cum Laude Society
Fishing Club
Green Club
Model United Nations
Photography Club
Future Business Leaders of America
Gunn Global
Gray Party
View all

Arts

(23)
Jazz
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Studio Art
Music Theory
Vocal
Jazz
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Studio Art
Music Theory
Vocal
Printmaking
Acting
Improvisation
Theater
Media
Chamber Orchestra
Drawing
Film Studies
Photography
Yearbook
Musical Theatre
Graphic Design
Journal
Painting
Visual Arts
Lighting Design
Photoshop
View all

Contact The Frederick Gunn School

Admissions Officer
1.
Select up to 5 questions for the school Below are 10 common questions that parents often ask
2.
Contact Information FindingSchool will forward your request to The Frederick Gunn School in English. The school may contact you back via the following information:
Name *
Phone
Email *
(*) Required information

School Link

Apply

The Frederick Gunn School is a member of SAO (The Standard Application Online) platform. Click the button below to apply.

Contact Info

http://www.frederickgunn.org
99 Green Hill Rd., Washington, CT 06793
860-868-7334
admissions@frederickgunn.org
Connecticut

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1850
Campus Size: 220 acres
Boarding Rate: 78%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Zoom, On Campus, International Admission Visits, WeChat
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: Duolingo
School Code:
TOEFL: 8980
SSAT: 3628
Spots for Chinese Students Next Year: 8

Frequently Ask Questions about The Frederick Gunn School

Tell me a bit about The Frederick Gunn School.
The Frederick Gunn School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1850 , and currently has about 330 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.frederickgunn.org.
Does The Frederick Gunn School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Frederick Gunn School is offering 19 AP courses.

In recent years, 25 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

The Frederick Gunn School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Frederick Gunn School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.22% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 3.33% go to top 25, and about 2.22% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Frederick Gunn School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Frederick Gunn School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for The Frederick Gunn School?
The total fee for The Frederick Gunn School in 2024 is $79,800 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@frederickgunn.org .
Where is The Frederick Gunn School located?
The Frederick Gunn School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA.
How popular is The Frederick Gunn School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Frederick Gunn School is among the most popular schools, within top 66 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Frederick Gunn School has been favorited by 512 users.
How do I complete an application for The Frederick Gunn School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Frederick Gunn School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Frederick Gunn School’s official site: http://www.frederickgunn.org or call them at 860-868-7334.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Frederick Gunn School?
Yes, here are few: The Glenholme School, Rumsey Hall School and The Woodhall School.

What is the FindingSchool rating for The Frederick Gunn School?
The overall rating for The Frederick Gunn School is A-.

The section ratings of The Frederick Gunn School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

New York, New York
New York City, often referred to as NYC, is the most populous city in the United States with a 2020 population of 8.8 million. It is the cultural, financial, and entertainment hub of the world, renowned for its iconic landmarks like Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. The city is home to global institutions such as the United Nations and Wall Street. Known for its diversity and vibrant arts scene, New York City plays a crucial role in shaping international commerce, politics, and culture.
Population (2022) 8,363,710
Cost of Living Higher than average 146%
Nearby Airport JFK aireport
FindingSchool collects its data from multiple sources, including schools, advisors, official U.S. statistics, and feedback from actual parents and students.
Feedback
Compare()
Go to compare
Remove all
You can turn on this tab back by hovering on Compare Tool and choose showing widget.
Hide list
()