Miss Porter's School

Farmington, Connecticut · Day and boarding · Girls

Miss Porter's School is an all-girls boarding and day school in Farmington, Connecticut, founded by Sarah Porter in 1843. For 2026-27 it reports 340 students from 28 countries, with about 65% boarding. Signature academic elements include a ninth-grade program, a sequence of foundational courses, Advanced Interdisciplinary Seminars, and global travel and professional immersion classes. Applications are due January 15, interviews must be completed by February 1, and decisions are released March 10. SSAT or ISEE scores are optional; international applicants show English proficiency through tests such as TOEFL or Duolingo, and some must first complete a Vericant language interview.

• All-girls school founded in 1843 by Sarah Porter in Farmington, Connecticut
• 340 students from 28 countries; about 65% boarding (2026-27)
• Ninth-grade program, foundational course sequence and Advanced Interdisciplinary Seminars
• Test-optional admission (SSAT/ISEE)