P.O. BOX 500, Andover, NH 03216 - 
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Proctor is nationally known for its innovative experiential programs, community of individuals, and its balance of academic rigor with structured support. AP and honors sections complement Learning Skills in this unique 3,000-acre school. Strong visual and performing art offerings challenge accomplished artists and encourage novices. Competitive athletics include teams in most sports. Opportunities for students to study off-campus include trimesters in France, Spain, Costa Rica, Morocco along with Mountain Classroom and Ocean Classroom programs. Motivation, passion for activity, and strong character are key to admission.
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Proctor Academy
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1848 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 3000 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 355 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 13% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 7% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 80% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1660 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1490 - 1790 | - |
| Average ACT score | 23 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Bi-Monthly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 12 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $24 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $46,950 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $28,200 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 28% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $26,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 52% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 48% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Chris Bartlett | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Christina Dotchin | |
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 | 12 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| Biology | Calculus (AB) | |
| Calculus (BC) | English Language | |
| English Literature | Environmental Science | |
| French Language | Music Theory | |
| Physics | Spanish Language | |
| United States Government | United States History | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 22 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Alpine Skiing | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Cross Country | |
| Cycling | Equestrian | |
| Field Hockey | Football | |
| Freestyle Skiing | Golf | |
| Ice Hockey | Kayaking | |
| Lacrosse | Mountain Biking | |
| Nordic Skiing | Rugby | |
| Ski Jumping | Snowboarding | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Tennis | Ultimate Frisbee | |
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 31 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Audio-Visual | Ballet | |
| Barn | Ceramics | |
| Chamber Choir | Chorus | |
| Dance | Diversity Group | |
| Drama Tech | Fire Department | |
| Green Key | GSA | |
| Horseback Riding | Jazz Rock Ensemble | |
| Kayaking | Library | |
| Math First Aid | Photography | |
| Proctor Academy Touring Theatre | Proctor Environmental Action | |
| Proctor Mountaineering Club | Rock Climbing | |
| Science Club | Ski Patrol | |
| Social Consciousness | Student Activities | |
| Tech Help Desk | Weight Room | |
| Woodlands | Woodshop | |
| Yearbook | ||
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2002-2008 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| University of New Hampshire | 26 | |
| St. Lawrence University | 24 | |
| University of Vermont | 21 | |
| Denver University | 17 | |
| Wheaton College | 13 | |
| Bates | 11 | |
| University of Colorado, Boulder | 11 | |
| Colorado College | 10 | |
| Connecticut College | 10 | |
| Skidmore College | 10 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- Trimester based academic schedule allows students to take advantage of over 150 courses and pursue their passions
- Unique opportunities exist in the arts including jewelry making, boat building, industrial design, digital media, kinetic metal sculpture, and digital music recording
- Proctor owns and operates it's own ski area, the Blackwater, one of only 4 schools or colleges in the country to do so!
- New facilities include a Bio Mass Plant to heat the central campus, new photography darkrooms and Peabody House, a dorm heated and cooled via geothermal wells.
- LD types supported: Academic Coaching, Direct Instruction, Skills and Strategies
- School accreditations: NEASC, TABS, SSATB
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matt Nathanson - Musician and Performer
- Travis Warren - Founder and President, Whipple Hill Communications
- Robert Richardson - Oscar Winning Cinematographer (Platoon, JFK, The Aviator, Kill Bill)
- Jerome Dyson - Former UCONN current pro basketball player
- Heather Moore - Jewelry Designer/Marketer
- Josh Walden - Broadway Actor
- Bob Beattie - Former US Alpine Ski Team Head Coach and Television Commentator
- Alan Shepard - Astronaut
- Cole Williams - Television Actor (Entourage, Scrubs, 8 Simple Rules)
- Carl Van Loan, Jed Hinkley - US Olympians, US Ski Team Nordic Combined
- Profile last updated: 10/03/2011
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