An independent school community committed to rigorous academics, epic adventures, and all-in athletics surrounded by New Hampshire`s lakes and White Mountains.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $71,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $47,320
- Acceptance rate: 45%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holderness School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 289 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1879
1907
Campus Size
620 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
300 students
310 students
% Students of Color
12%
25%
% International Students
14%
20%
% Students Boarding
90%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
21
17
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
62%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$60 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$71,000
$64,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$47,320
$35,000
% Students on Financial Aid
40%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$32,300
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Feb. 1
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
65%
-
Acceptance Rate
45%
60%
Director of Admissions
David Flynn
Associate Director of Admissions
Woody Kampmann
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
25
16
Sports
Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
16
23
Extracurriculars
Academic Competition Team, Alliance Club, Blue Key, Community Service Club, Dorm Prefects, Drama Club, Environment Club, Fishing Club, Habitat for Humanity, Holdernotes Acapella, Indoor Soccer, Investment Club, Multicultural Club, Student Newspaper, Student Vestry, Yearbook
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Holderness is an independent, boarding day school, offering grades 9-12. The combination of the school's focus on community and character and its joyful outdoor spirit are what makes it distinctive. Holderness offers a first-class preparatory education, along with outstanding snow sports, athletics and arts programs. Our students graduate well-educated, resilient, and open-minded, with the skills for a happy and successful life.
- Holderness School accreditations: NEASC, AISNE, ISANNE
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holderness School cost?
Holderness School's tuition is approximately $71,000 for boarding students and $47,320 for day students.
What schools are Holderness School often compared to?
Holderness Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Academy, Berkshire School, Kimball Union Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Holderness School?
The acceptance rate of Holderness School is 45%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%.
What sports does Holderness School offer?
Holderness School offers 25 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Track. Holderness School is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
What is Holderness School's ranking?
Holderness School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Holderness School?
The application deadline for Holderness School is Feb. 1.
Alumni Reviews Review School
Review
Description
My two years at Holderness prepared me well for life by teaching me about civic pride and community participation through the student jobs program. I learned that I could overcome adversity and be self-reliant though. . .
Holderness School Alumni #2
Class of 2004
5.008/28/2017
University of New Hampshire, New York School of Interior Design
Class of 2004
5.008/28/2017
University of New Hampshire, New York School of Interior Design
Small classes sizes, from 2-15 people really forced me to be interested and taught me it's better to have attempted to do work than not do it at all - which frankly I was able. . .
Holderness is a very unique school. Aside from the down to earth culture and genuine connections you will make with faculty, two things that make it unique are 'Special Programs' in the spring and the. . .
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