Dana Hall School
- Dana Hall School: Girls Learning, Leading, Succeeding Located 12 miles west of Boston, Dana Hall is an all-girls day and boarding school for grades 5-12.
- Since its founding in 1881, Dana Hall has been committed to the education of young women, academic excellence and the encouragement of a well-rounded, balanced education.Teaching young women is what Dana Hall does best.Encouraged by strong role models, Dana Hall students find their voice; they learn to express their opinions and take on new challenges.They find confidence and strength, and they acquire the habits of hard work and the skills to succeed throughout their lives.
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- College of William and Mary Emphasis on self determination. Empowered women in a time with little empowerment. Holistic yet traditional approach to education-all subjects given equal importance and delivered with equal rigor.Tuesday night family style dinners for boarders and. . .
- Garland Jr. College Dana Hall gave us the freedom to think, create, engage and learn from inspiring staff members. . .
- University of Illinois Traditions dating back to the 1800"s enrich the students live.Girls from all over the world attend, which makes a culturally rich environment for all. . .
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| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | Dana Hall School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1881 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 55 acres | 105 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 468 students | 310 students |
| % Students of Color | 28% | 21% |
| % International Students | 15% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 40% | 67% |
| Average SAT Score | 1340 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1690 - 2060 | - |
| Average ACT score | 28 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | 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 | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $55 million | $20 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $59,186 | $54,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $30,250 |
| Tuition international students | $59,186 | $48,850 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 25% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | 34862 | $23,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 58% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 47% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Angela N. Brown | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Nancy Mortarelli | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 17 |
| Courses | AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English composition, AP English Literature, AP European History, AP French Language, AP Latin, AP Physics C, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 15 |
| Sports | Ballet, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 46 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: and Hallmanac, Architecture Club, Best Buddies, Big/Little Siblings, Blue Key, Bridge Club, Caritas Curing Cancer, China Care, Community Service Club, CREW, Disciplinary Council, Environment Club, Focus, French Club, Green Team, International Student Club, K2K (kid to kid tutoring), Kesher, Model UN, Peer Education, PRINTS: People Recognizing Injustices in Need of Thoughtful Solutions, Proctors, Robotics Club, Salaam, SHADES, Speech Team, Spiritual Life: AGAPE, Student Activities Committee, Student Council, Student Publications: Mirage, TED (Teen Empathy at Dana) Arts and Music Programs: Chamber, Chorus, Dana Canvas, Dana Hall School of Music: instrumental lessons, Dance Club, Gospel Recreational Athletic Programs: Aqua Aerobics, Life Guarding Certification, Riding, Rock Climbing, Ski Club, Strength and Conditioning, Swimming, Ultimate Frisbee, Yoga | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2009 - 2013 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Boston College | 9 | |
| Columbia University | 5 | |
| Brown University | 4 | |
| University of St. Andrews | 4 | |
| Duke University | 3 | |
| Harvard University | 3 | |
| Middlebury College | 3 | |
| Princeton University | 2 | |
| Vanderbilt University | 2 | |
| Yale University | 2 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Mission Statement: Dana Hall School is committed to fostering excellence in academics, the arts, and athletics within a vibrant, caring community. With emphasis on integrity, leadership, diversity, and service as well as on respect for self and others, Dana Hall provides its students with a unique opportunity to prepare themselves for the challenges and choices they will face as women and citizens of the world.
- Dana Hall School accreditations: NEASC
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