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Miller School
1000 Samuel Miller Loop, Charlottesville, VA 22903 - View a map of this school Map
tel: 434-823-4805

Miller School, a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG, first opened its doors in 1878 with 33 students. One of the nation's oldest coeducational boarding schools, girls first enrolled in 1884. In 2008-2009, Miller School entered its 131st year with roughly 150 boys and girls from around Virginia, around the nation, and around the world. The School is situated 15 miles west of Charlottesville, Virginia, on a gently rolling campus of 1600 scenic acres, including our very own 12-acre lake!
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Definition of Terms
Overview:
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 1900
Campus Size 1600 acres 135 acres
     
Student Body    
Enrollment 145 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 18% 18%
Percent International Students 19% 16%
Percent Students Boarding 68% 70%
Average SAT Score 1671 *National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad Year Yes No
     
Academics and Faculty    
Saturday Classes No No
Classroom Dress Code Casual Casual
Average Class Size 12 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 12 14
ESL Courses Offered Yes Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 55% 60%
Summer Program Offered No Yes
     
Finances    
Endowment Size $14 million $15 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $33,000 $39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $14,350 $22,560
Tuition international students $38,650 $38,650
Tuition 5 day boarding $29,750 $29,750
Percent Students on Financial Aid 31% 31%
Average Financial Aid Grant $12,990 $18,000
Merit Scholarships Offered No No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline Feb. 20 / rolling Jan. 15
SSAT Required No Yes
Acceptance Rate 72% 60%
Director of Admissions Jay Reeves
Associate Director of Admissions Dee Gregory
Course Listings:
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 8 13


BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryLacrosse
SoccerTennis
VolleyballWrestling
School Notes:
  • Miller School 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 150, 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. In addition to a healthy variety of academic courses, Miller School offers a wide range of athletic programs. The Miller School experience is a truly unique approach to educating the whole child – the mind, hands, and heart. We invite you to call us 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
  • Profile last updated: 07/10/2009
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