314 Mountain Road, Cornwall on Hudson, NY 12520 - 
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Founded in 1867, The Storm King School celebrates a long tradition of helping students translate potential into success as they prepare for college. Through academic classes, outstanding fine and performing arts, competitive and club sports, and interesting extracurricular activities, the faculty offer 135 students in grades 8-12 opportunities to enrich themselves through learning and confidence building. Honors and AP courses are available. The School offers boarding (75%) and day (25%) options. The safe and peaceful 55-acre campus is located on the crest of Storm King Mountain, overlooking the Hudson River, and adjacent to the 3800-acre Black Rock Forest Preserve.
Upcoming Events and News:
- Open House - Mon., February 20, 2012 - get more information!
- Fall Open House Schedule Monday, October 10, 10 AM - 1 PM Saturday, November 12, 10 AM - 12 Noon Saturday, December 3, 10 AM - 12 Noon Saturday, January 21, 10 AM - 12 Noon All Open Houses begin in Orr Commons in the center of campus (follow signs) at 10:00 AM ...read more
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The Storm King
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 8-12, 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 | 1867 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 55 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 135 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 13% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 45% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 80% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * 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 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 10 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $1 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $40,100 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $21,500 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $40,100 | $40,100 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 35% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,000 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 60% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | David Flynn | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Joanna Evans | |
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 | 10 | 13 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP Art History | AP Calculus | |
| AP Computer Science | AP Economics: Macro | |
| AP English | AP Physics | |
| AP Psychology | AP Statistics | |
| AP Studio Art: Drawing | Honors Humanities | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 11 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Basketball | Crew | |
| Cross Country | Golf | |
| Lacrosse | Soccer | |
| Softball | Tennis | |
| Ultimate Frisbee | Volleyball | |
| Wrestling | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 14 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Art Club | Blue Key (Tour Guides) | |
| Community Service Club | Cougar Boosters | |
| Environmental Club | Fitness Club | |
| Hiking Club | National Honor Society | |
| Outdoor Adventure | Ski/Snowboarding Club | |
| Student Government | The Quarry Yearbook | |
| The Voice (Monthly Literary) | Theatre Club | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2010-2011 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| Rutgers U | 3 | |
| Boston U | 2 | |
| Centenary | 2 | |
| Drexel | 2 | |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | 2 | |
| SUNY | 2 | |
| Syracuse | 2 | |
| UCLA | 2 | |
| Valparaiso | 2 | |
| Cornell | 1 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- Founded in 1867, The Storm King School celebrates a long tradition of helping students translate potential into success as they prepare for college and meaningful lives. Through academic classes, outstanding fine and performing arts, competitive and club sports, and interesting extracurricular activities, the faculty and staff offer 135 students in grades 8-12 opportunities to enrich themselves through learning and confidence building. Honors and AP courses are available. The School offers boarding (75%) and day (25%) options. The safe and peaceful 55-acre campus is located on the crest of Storm King Mountain, overlooking the Hudson River, and adjacent to the 3800-acre Black Rock Forest Preserve. New York City, with all of its cultural richness and opportunities, is about an hour’s drive or train ride to the south. For college-bound students with learning differences, a small (35 students) school-within-a-school program called The Mountain Center, offers specialized, differentiated instruction in up to four core classes (English, math, history, and science). Mountain Center students are full participants in the SKS community. In addition, The Learning Center offers support to any SKS student who needs extra help with study and organizational skills.
- LD types supported: LD w/avg or above IQ
- School accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Anthony Gair, ESQ - New York City Attorney
- Paris Hilton - Celebrity
- William Close '88 - The MASS Ensemble, A New Design in Music
- Walter Reade - Movie Theatre Magnate
- Profile last updated: 09/30/2011
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