Miller School of Albemarle

1000 Samuel Miller Loop, Charlottesville, VA 22903 - View a map of this school Map
Tel: 434-823-4805
Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG | 185 students
Miller School of Albemarle is a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG. We have a 6 to 1 student-faculty ratio, a student population of approximately 160, and an average class size of 10-12. In addition, a one-on-one study skills course is available for those with a demonstrated need. This environment, where class sizes are kept small and personal attention is readily available, allows students to thrive. Several AP classes are available for qualified students, and our unique Design/Build program allows interested students to explore engineering and architecture while gaining hands-on experience. In addition to a healthy variety of academic courses, the Miller School of Albemarle offers a wide range of athletic programs. We are focused on educating the whole child – the mind, hands, and heart. Please give us a call to schedule a visit. There is no better way to get a true feeling for our program than to visit in person and take a tour. After doing so, you’ll realize what makes Miller such a rewarding, meaningful, and valuable experience. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website at www.millerschool.org.

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Definition of Terms 
| 2012 School Data
Miller School of
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus College Preparatory College Preparatory
Grades Offered. 8-12, PG 9-12
School Type Co-ed Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students No No
Religious Affiliation Non-denominational Non-denominational
Year Founded 1878 1906
Campus Size 1600 acres 125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment 185 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 18% 18%
Percent International Students 30% 19%
Percent Students Boarding 40% 67%
Average SAT Score 1600 * National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year Yes No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes No No
Classroom Dress Code Casual
(Khaki pants, collared shirt)		 Casual
Average Class Size 12 students 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 14 14
ESL Courses Offered Yes Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 70% 65%
Summer Program Offered No Yes
Finances
Endowment Size $15 million $14 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $39,300 $45,000
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $19,500 $24,600
Tuition international students $49,500 $42,500
Tuition 5 day boarding $35,180 $35,000
Percent Students on Financial Aid 40% 33%
Average Financial Aid Grant $12,990 $19,000
Merit Scholarships Offered No No
Admission
Application Deadline Feb. 15 / rolling Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application Yes No
SSAT Required Yes Yes
Acceptance Rate 65% 60%
Director of Admissions Sam Hale  
Associate Director of Admissions Dee Gregory  

Course Listings:
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses

AP / Advanced Courses:
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 14 14
AP/Advanced Courses
Biology Calculus AB
Calculus BC English Language & Composition
English Literature & Composition Environmental Science
European History French Language
Macroeconomics Spanish Language
Spanish Literature Statistics
US Government & Politics US History

Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 12 13
Interscholastic Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cross Country Cycling
Equestrian Golf
Lacrosse Mountain Biking
Soccer Tennis
Volleyball Wrestling

Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 2 23
Extracurriculars
Robotics Ski and Snowboarding

College Matriculation:
Year: 2012
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Virginia Tech 5
Boston University 2
Radford University 2
University of Mary Washington 2
Citadel 1
Emory and Henry College 1
Hampden-Sydney College 1
James Madison University 1
Virginia Miliary Institute 1
Washington and Lee University 1
Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes:

  • Miller School of Albemarle is a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG. We have a 6 to 1 student-faculty ratio, a student population of approximately 160, and an average class size of 10-12. In addition, a one-on-one study skills course is available for those with a demonstrated need. This environment, where class sizes are kept small and personal attention is readily available, allows students to thrive. Several AP classes are available for qualified students, and our unique Design/Build program allows interested students to explore engineering and architecture while gaining hands-on experience. In addition to a healthy variety of academic courses, the Miller School of Albemarle offers a wide range of athletic programs. We are focused on educating the whole child – the mind, hands, and heart. Please give us a call to schedule a visit. There is no better way to get a true feeling for our program than to visit in person and take a tour. After doing so, you’ll realize what makes Miller such a rewarding, meaningful, and valuable experience. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website at www.millerschool.org.

  • School accreditations: VAIS, NAIS

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