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For the 2026-27 school year, there are 26 boarding schools offering ballet as an interscholastic sport, serving 17,404 students.

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Asheville School Photo - We believe that spiritual reflection opens the door to a greater understanding and appreciation of oneself, others, and our connection to something greater. With its quiet serenity and ethereal stained glass windows, the William Spencer Boyd Chapel has long been a beloved spot on campus since its completion in 1928. Its doors are always open.

Phillips Academy Andover Photo - The quintessential New England campus is 21 miles to Boston by car or train, and a 10 minute walk to downtown Andover.

Miss Porter's School Photo

Collège du Léman Sàrl Photo

Branksome Hall Asia Photo - After school activities are provided through our co-curricular (C.A.S.E.) and academy programs. We offer Badminton, Volleyball, Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Cross Country, Track and Field, and Equestrian.

The Ethel Walker School Photo

Emma Willard School Photo

Deerfield Academy Photo

Iolani School Photo

Cushing Academy Photo - Cushing Academy is located on a 162-acre campus in Ashburnham, Massachusetts

North Broward Preparatory School Photo - Within the picturesque grounds of North Broward's campus, students from Florida and around the world are warmly welcomed by talented and caring faculty and staff into a warm and nurturing environment.

St. Paul's School Photo - Aerial view of campus

Westover School Photo

Cotter Schools Photo

Baylor School Photo - Baylor has six dormitories, each with its own unique amenities: gorgeous views of the Tennessee River, stone patios, TV and study lounges, faculty families, and dozens of friendly housemates. Overall, Baylor has 200 boarding students from 24 states and 18 countries.

International School Altdorf Photo

Idyllwild Arts Academy Photo - Idyllwild Arts Academy is home to 280 students from over 30 countries and 27 US states, all devoted to intensive study of the arts. Named #1 High School for Arts in the nation by Niche in 2025.

Landmark School Photo - Boys Baseball at Landmark

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Photo - Rabun Gap's expansive campus includes a 27-acre athletic complex with athletic facilities rivaling those of many small colleges.

Asheville School Photo - We believe that spiritual reflection opens the door to a greater understanding and appreciation of oneself, others, and our connection to something greater. With its quiet serenity and ethereal stained glass windows, the William Spencer Boyd Chapel has long been a beloved spot on campus since its completion in 1928. Its doors are always open.

Phillips Academy Andover Photo - The quintessential New England campus is 21 miles to Boston by car or train, and a 10 minute walk to downtown Andover.

Branksome Hall Asia Photo - After school activities are provided through our co-curricular (C.A.S.E.) and academy programs. We offer Badminton, Volleyball, Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Cross Country, Track and Field, and Equestrian.

Cushing Academy Photo - Cushing Academy is located on a 162-acre campus in Ashburnham, Massachusetts

North Broward Preparatory School Photo - Within the picturesque grounds of North Broward's campus, students from Florida and around the world are warmly welcomed by talented and caring faculty and staff into a warm and nurturing environment.

St. Paul's School Photo - Aerial view of campus

Baylor School Photo - Baylor has six dormitories, each with its own unique amenities: gorgeous views of the Tennessee River, stone patios, TV and study lounges, faculty families, and dozens of friendly housemates. Overall, Baylor has 200 boarding students from 24 states and 18 countries.

Idyllwild Arts Academy Photo - Idyllwild Arts Academy is home to 280 students from over 30 countries and 27 US states, all devoted to intensive study of the arts. Named #1 High School for Arts in the nation by Niche in 2025.

Landmark School Photo - Boys Baseball at Landmark

Top Ballet Boarding Schools (2026-27)

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Location

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Asheville School

(Non-denom. / Christian)

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360 Asheville School Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 254-6345

Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Acceptance rate: 40% Tuition listed

Baylor School

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171 Baylor School Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 267-5902

Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day) | 1,120 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate: 31% Tuition listed

Branksome Hall Asia

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234 Global edu-ro, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si
Jeju-do, South Korea 63644
82649025000

Gr: 6-12 | PK-12 (day) | 1,200 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 20 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

Brentwood College School

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2735 Mt. Baker Road
Mill Bay, BC V8H 1K8, Canada 1
(250) 743-5521

Gr: 8-12 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate: 30% Tuition listed

Cate School

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1960 Cate Mesa Road, P.O. Box 5005
Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 684-4127

Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 17% Tuition listed

Collège du Léman Sàrl

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Route de Sauverny 74
Geneva, Switzerland 1290
41227755656

Gr: 4-12 | PK-12 (day) | 1,800 students Tuition listed

Cotter Schools

(Catholic)

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1115 West Broadway Street
Winona, MN 55987
(507) 453-5102

Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed

Cushing Academy

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39 School Street
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-7300

Gr: 9-12, PG | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed

Deerfield Academy

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7 Boyden Lane
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-1400

Gr: 9-12, PG | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 13% Tuition listed

Emma Willard School

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285 Pawling Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 833-1320

Gr: 9-12, PG | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition listed

The Ethel Walker School

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230 Bushy Hill Road
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 408-4200

Gr: 7-12, PG | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 47% Tuition listed

Grier School

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2522 Grier School Road
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-3000

Gr: 7-12, PG | 5-12, PG (day) | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 9 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

Idyllwild Arts Academy

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52500 Temecula Road
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-2171

Gr: 9-12, PG | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed

International School Altdorf

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St. Josefsweg 15b
Altdorf, Switzerland 6460
0766909288

Gr: 8-12, PG | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed

Iolani School

(Episcopal)

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563 Kamoku Street
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2379

Gr: 9-12 | K-12 (day) | 2,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed

Landmark School

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429 Hale Street
Prides Crossing, MA 01965
(978) 236-3000

Gr: 9-12 | 2-12 (day) | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed

The Madeira School

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8328 Georgetown Pike
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 556-8273

Gr: 9-12, PG | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 37% Tuition listed

Miss Porter's School

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60 Main Street
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 409-3530

Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 40% Tuition listed

North Broward Preparatory School

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7600 Lyons Road
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 247-0179

Gr: PK-12 | 2,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

Oliverian School

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28 Becket Drive, #385
Pike, NH 03780
(888) 922-5565

Gr: 9-12, PG | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed

Phillips Academy Andover

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180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050

Gr: 9-12, PG | 1,165 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Acceptance rate: 13% Tuition listed

Phillips Exeter Academy

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20 Main Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437

Gr: 9-12, PG | 1,097 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 17% Tuition listed

The Putney School

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418 Houghton Brook Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-5566

Gr: 9-12, PG | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 60% Tuition listed

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

(Presbyterian)

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339 Nacoochee Drive
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
(706) 746-7720

Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 48% Tuition listed

St. Paul's School

(Episcopal)

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325 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 229-4700

Gr: 9-12 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 16% Tuition listed

Westover School

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1237 Whittemore Rd.
Middlebury, CT 06762
(203) 577-4521

Gr: 9-12, PG | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed

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