Cushing Academy

Overview

For over 150 years, Cushing Academy has transformed students as scholars, athletes, artists, and individuals who are endlessly curious and actively engaged in discovering new talents and interests. Just one hour west of Boston, Cushing is a co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 and Postgraduate. A blend of rigorous academics, spectacular arts offerings, competitive athletics, and a welcoming community make Cushing an extraordinary place.

Through a combination of foundational courses and innovative, targeted programming, Cushing creates a learning experience that is transformative for every student at every level. Dedicated teachers help students recognize their strengths, build vital connections among academic disciplines, and prepare for success at college and beyond. Further, the school’s mission and values reach far beyond the classroom to support each student in becoming their most fully developed self, educating the heart as much as the mind.

Mission

Cushing Academy exists for students and develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders.

Vision

Cushing Academy is recognized as a unique educational setting whose faculty, staff, and facilities exist to nurture the optimal growth of students with a range of talents, abilities, and interests in a supportive, diverse, and community-oriented environment that promotes and values intellectual challenge, the arts, athletics, and cultural competence.

Fast Facts

Founded: 1865

Total enrollment: 390

Boarding students: 91%

Student/teacher ratio: 7:1

Average class size: 12