Proctor is nationally known for its innovative experiential programs, a student-centered educational model, and its balance of academic rigor with structured support.
Choosing from over 135 academic courses, 5 term-long off-campus programs, more than 30 art courses, and 30 athletic and afternoon programs allows students to craft a Proctor experience that is truly unique.
Academic offerings include a breadth of Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Students also have the opportunity to complete an Academic Concentration if they so choose.
For over 70 years, Proctor's Learning Skills Department has been at the center of cutting-edge brain-based learning. Learning Skills provides comprehensive academic coaching methods and the direct instruction of executive functioning skills to empower students to become strategic, resilient, self-aware lifelong learners.
Robust visual and performing art offerings challenge accomplished artists and encourage novices.
Whether a seasoned veteran or new to a sport, Proctor's athletic programming offers students opportunities to pursue their athletic passions and goals. Many Proctor graduates continue their playing careers at the collegiate level.
Opportunities for students to study off-campus include trimesters in France, Spain, and Costa Rica, along with Mountain Classroom and Ocean Classroom programs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $79,590
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $49,665
- Acceptance rate: 48%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Proctor Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 279 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1848
1907
Campus Size
2500 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Green
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 8, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
388 students
315 students
% Students of Color
10%
27%
% International Students
7%
21%
% Students ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
70%
68%
Average SAT Score
1200
(Out of 1600)
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1050 - 1300
-
Average ACT score
25
(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
Weekly
Monthly
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
65%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$31.5 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
$79,590
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$49,665
$37,000
% Students on Financial Aid
33%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$35,000
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
48%
64%
Director of Admissions
Christin Lathrop
Associate Director of Admissions
Lisa Wood
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
Courses
BiologyCalculus (AB)
Calculus (BC)Economics
English LanguageEnglish Literature
Environmental ScienceFrench Language
PhysicsSpanish Language
StatisticsUnited States Government
United States History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
29
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
12
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
AEMS Reading ClubCurrent Events Club
Diversity CommitteeGirl Up
Green Key Student AmbassadorsOuting Club
Proctor AllianceProctor Broadcasting Network
Proctor Environmental ActionStudent Activities Committee
Arts and Music Programs:
Jazz/Rock EnsembleTheater
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
98%
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Proctor's campus includes over forty-five buildings, twenty small dormitories, a privately owned and operated ski hill, state-of-the-art classrooms and art facilities, 2,500 acres of forest and ponds surrounding beautiful natural and synthetic playing fields that are tucked against Ragged Mountain's south slope. A sense of community can only truly be felt when you step on campus. The strength of Proctor's community comes from the depth of relationships formed between students and faculty. An egalitarian student body gives equal value to each student regardless of age. A relaxed dress code and policy allowing students to address teachers by first names contribute to the informal culture of the school. Students are treated as young adults and asked to collaborate with their teachers in the learning process.
- By redefining academic rigor as the process through which students push themselves beyond their comfort zones, students and faculty learn just how important trust is to learning. Honors and advanced placement courses complement non-traditional classes and challenging off-campus programs, allowing students and teachers to form relationships around shared interests. Formal on-campus academic support takes place in Proctor's Learning Skills program, but it is the informal support provided by teachers who offer extra help sessions at breakfast, in their dormitories, or in their classrooms in the evening that further emphasizes self-advocacy skills and encourages academic risk-taking. Because we are challenging, we are also supportive. Proctor is widely recognized for national leadership in experiential education. To our community, these programs are not separate but integral to the Proctor experience, as almost all students elect to spend a trimester or two enrolled in off-campus programs. Choosing from over 135 academic courses, five term-long off-campus programs, more than 30 art courses, and 30 athletic and afternoon programs allows students to craft a Proctor experience that is truly unique.
- Whether your interests involve starting a radio program in Proctor's state-of-the-art recording studio, pursuing athletics at the next level, studying advanced biology or robotics, or building a boat in the woodshop, opportunities abound for you to engage in both the pursuit of new avocations and the mastery of an existing passion. Which path will you choose?
- Proctor Academy accreditations: NEASC, SSATB
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matt Nathanson - Musician and Performer
- Travis Warren - Founder and President, Whipple Hill Communications
- Robert Richardson - Oscar Winning Cinematographer (Platoon, JFK, The Aviator, Kill Bill)
- Jerome Dyson - Former UCONN pro basketball player
- Heather Moore - Jewelry Designer/Marketer
- Josh Walden - Broadway Actor
- Bob Beattie - Former US Alpine Ski Team Head Coach and Television Commentator
- Alan Shepard - Astronaut
- Cole Williams - Television Actor (Entourage, Scrubs, 8 Simple Rules)
- Carl Van Loan, Jed Hinkley - US Olympians, US Ski Team Nordic Combined
- School Motto: Live to Learn. Learn to Live.
- School Mascot: Hornet
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Proctor Academy cost?
Proctor Academy's tuition is approximately $79,590 for boarding students and $49,665 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Proctor Academy?
The acceptance rate of Proctor Academy is 48%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Proctor Academy?
Proctor Academy famous alumni include: Matt Nathanson, Travis Warren, Robert Richardson, Jerome Dyson, Heather Moore, Josh Walden, Bob Beattie, Alan Shepard, Cole Williams and Carl Van Loan, Jed Hinkley.
What sports does Proctor Academy offer?
Proctor Academy offers 29 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Riding, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Volleyball. Proctor Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
What is Proctor Academy's ranking?
Proctor Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Proctor Academy?
The application deadline for Proctor Academy is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Proctor was a small school, about 350(400?) Kids, one thing that attracted me to the proctor in particular was the ski hill blackwater located on campus as I love skiing. Also, the size of the. . .
Proctor is a unique school due to the experiential learning model. This includes a variety of off-campus programs including programs in Spain, France, Costa Rica, and Ocean classroom and mountain classroom. Proctor also owns over. . .
The off-campus programs that Proctor has to offer make it particularly unique in relation to other boarding schools. I was lucky enough to participate in Ocean Classroom, which is an off-campus program where we sail. . .
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