"Open academic inquiry, small class size, an emphasis on personal integrity, and the encouragement of the spiritual dimension of life are the foundations of St. Anne's-Belfield School. Weekly chapel, community service, and a strong Honor Code engender in our students an appreciation of the Judeo-Christian heritage, instill a commitment to serving others, and stress the importance of ethical behavior. The concepts of sound scholarship, service, and personal integrity are the values that form the core of St. Anne's-Belfield School..."
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St. Anne's-Belfield
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | Pre-K-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1910 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 50 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 892 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 21% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 9% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 18% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1890 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (uniform, khakis and collared shirt) |
Casual |
| Average Class Size | 13 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $21 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $44,000 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $21,000 | $23,900 |
| Tuition 5 day boarding | $34,600 | $32,950 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 41% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $23,765 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 18 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 50% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Mr. Bo Perriello Mrs. Gib Staunton |
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| Associate Director of Admissions | Mrs. Stacey Gearhart | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP Biology | AP Calculus AB | |
| AP Calculus BC | AP Chemistry | |
| AP Economics | AP Environmental Science | |
| AP European History | AP French Language | |
| AP French Literature | AP Latin: Vergil | |
| AP Music Theory | AP Physics C | |
| AP Physics C (Mechanics) | AP Psychology | |
| AP Spanish Language | AP Spanish Literature | |
| AP Statistics | AP Studio Art | |
| AP US History | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 14 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cross Country | Field Hockey | |
| Football | Golf | |
| Lacrosse | Soccer | |
| Softball | Squash | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 22 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Academic Team | Art Forum | |
| Chamber Ensemble | Chess Club | |
| Chorus | Drama Club | |
| French Club | Gold Key | |
| Habitat for Humanity Chapter | Honor Council Advisory Board | |
| International Relations Club | Math Club | |
| Oasis Literary Art Magazine | Outing Club | |
| Philosophy Club | Saintly Speaking Newspaper | |
| Science Team | Ski Club | |
| Spanish Club | Student / Faculty Senate | |
| Student Government | The Saint and Sinner Yearbook | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2005-2007 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| University of Virginia | 22 | |
| James Madison University | 12 | |
| University of Alabama | 10 | |
| College of William and Mary | 9 | |
| University of Mary Washington | 7 | |
| Virginia Tech | 5 | |
| Williams College | 5 | |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | 4 | |
| University of Miami | 3 | |
| University of Richmond | 3 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- Open academic inquiry, small class size, an emphasis on personal integrity, and the encouragement of the spiritual dimension of life are the foundations of St. Anne's-Belfield School.
- Weekly chapel, community service, and a strong Honor Code engender in our students an appreciation of the Judeo-Christian heritage, instill a commitment to serving others, and stress the importance of ethical behavior.
- The concepts of sound scholarship, service, and personal integrity are the values that form the core of St. Anne's-Belfield School.
- School accreditations: NAIS, VAIS
- Profile last updated: 09/30/2011
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