Facts at a Glance
| Founded | 1865 |
| Coed Since | 1865 |
| Grades | 9-12 & PG |
| Number of Students | 390 |
| Boarding Students | 91% |
| States Represented | 25 |
| Countries Represented | 30 |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 7:1 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Tuition 2020-2021 | Boarding $65,950 Day $48,400 |
| Sports | 14 |
| Teams | 34 |
| Performing Arts Offerings | 21 |
| Visual Arts Offerings | 18 |
| Miles from Boston | 60 |
| School Colors | Purple & White |
| School Mascot | The Penguin |
| Notable Alumni | Bette Davis '26 (actress) Nate Berkus '90 (author, interior designer, television personality) John Cena '95 (professional wrestler, actor) His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck '99 (King of Bhutan) Meghan Duggan '06 (Captain of 2018 U.S. Women's Olympic Hockey Team and gold medalist; silver medalist in 2010 and 2014 Olympics) |
Mission Statement
Cushing Academy exists for students and develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders.
Cushing Academy
39 School Street
Ashburnham, Massachusetts 01430
978-827-7000
admissions@cushing.org
Ashburnham, Massachusetts 01430
978-827-7000
admissions@cushing.org
Cushing Academy
Cushing Academy exists for students and develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders. Founded in 1865, Cushing is a co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 and PG. Our students, who come from over 30 states and 30 countries, excel in our outstanding academic, art, and athletic offerings. We welcome you to visit our community and beautiful 162-acre campus in Ashburnham, Mass., just one hour from Boston, to experience all that Cushing has to offer.
