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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall B+
Matriculation A
Academics B+
Extracurriculars B+
Geo & Community A
Reviews A-
Winchester Thurston School leads the way in educational innovation, rigorous academics, scholarly standards, and a learning environment that better prepares students for the challenges of a changing world. Nationally recognized for work with gifted and talented students, distinctive campuses, and innovative programs, WT is a PreK - 12 private school in Shadyside and Allison Park where students achieve at the highest levels. Check out AP results, college placement, City As Our Campus, Mandarin Chinese at WT, and much more.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$40,400
Enrollment
675
International Students
3%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
65%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1288
Average ACT Score
30
Class Size
15

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 3 +
#2 Columbia University 3 +
#5 Yale University 1 +
#6 Stanford University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#8 University of Pennsylvania 3 +
#9 California Institute of Technology 1 +
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#9 Northwestern University 3 +

Academics

AP Scores

(2019)
Number of students who took AP tests
164
Number of tests taken
365
71%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(16)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
French Language and Culture
Macroeconomics
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States History
Physics C: Mechanics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
European History
Art History
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Sports

(13)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(60)
Asian Student Union
Black Student Union
Desi Student Union
Feminist Student Union
Gender and Sexuality Student Union
International Student Union
Asian Student Union
Black Student Union
Desi Student Union
Feminist Student Union
Gender and Sexuality Student Union
International Student Union
Jewish Student Union
Latino Student Union
Muslim Student Union
Neurodivergent Student Union
Art Club
Black Buddies
Book Club
Chess Club
Climate Changers
Climbing Club
Collective Voices
Baking Club
Comedy Club
Community Service Club
D&D Club
Dance Club
Engineering Club
Entrepreneurship Club
FLP BackPack Club
Feminist Film Club
Fighting Hunger Club
Friendship Circle x WT
Furiend Helpers
Garden Club
Geography and World Country Club
Golf Club
Health and Society
Investment Club
Junior Classic Leagues
Legal Literacy Club
Magic the Gathering
Mock Trial
Model UN
Moorewood Community Club
Mu Alpha Theta
Music for Good
Peer Tutoring
Philosophy Club
Ping Pong Club
Pizza Club
Plaid Art & Literary Magazine
Political Engagement Club
Quizbowl
Rotary Interact Club
Sewing and Embroidery Club
Science Bowl
Science Olympiad
Science Prep Club
Sigma Academic Journal
Ski Club
Student Ambassadors
Voices
Winchester Thurston Innocence Club
Yearbook.
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Arts

(20)
Acting
Band
Chorus
Dance
Guitar
Jazz
Acting
Band
Chorus
Dance
Guitar
Jazz
Music
Music Technology
Digital Art
Drawing
Filmmaking
Glass
Photography
Pottery
Printmaking
Sculpture
Woodworking
Architecture
Art
Metal
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: PreK-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1887
Campus Size: 7 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 12/02
Interview:
Other Accepted Scores: Duolingo English test
Recommended
A
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Frequently Ask Questions about Winchester Thurston School

Tell me a bit about Winchester Thurston School.
Winchester Thurston School is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1887 , and currently has about 675 students, 3.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.winchesterthurston.org.
Does Winchester Thurston School have rigorous academic requirements?
Winchester Thurston School is offering 16 AP courses.

Winchester Thurston School also have 65% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Winchester Thurston School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 5.08% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 9.38% go to top 25, and about 2.34% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Winchester Thurston School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Winchester Thurston School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Winchester Thurston School?
The day tuition for Winchester Thurston School in 2024 is $40,400 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@winchesterthurston.org .
Where is Winchester Thurston School located?
Winchester Thurston School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA.
How popular is Winchester Thurston School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Winchester Thurston School is among the most popular schools, within top 203 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Winchester Thurston School has been favorited by 111 users.
How do I complete an application for Winchester Thurston School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Winchester Thurston School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Winchester Thurston School’s official site: http://www.winchesterthurston.org or call them at 412 578 7500.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for Winchester Thurston School?
The overall rating for Winchester Thurston School is B+.

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

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Population (2022) 433,748
Cost of Living Lower than average 6%

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