Holderness School
- Holderness School is an independent boarding school, grades 9 - 12, for academically minded students with a love of the outdoors.
- We are located in beautiful Holderness, NH in the heart of ski country. Visit our website to fill out an online inquiry and give us a call or email to schedule a campus visit!
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- N/A Nestled in rural New Hampshire a unique aspect of Holderness school is its proximity to the White Mountains and the integral part they play over the course of a students education at Holderness. Weekend trips. . .
- St. Joesephs The one thing about Holderness that I thought was incredibly unique, and one of my favorite aspects of the school, is the sense of community. I don't think I've ever been as close to a. . .
- Westminster College 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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| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | Holderness School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1879 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 620 acres | 105 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 280 students | 313 students |
| % Students of Color | 11% | 22% |
| % International Students | 15% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 90% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | 1253 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 25 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 21 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 62% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $60 million | $18 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $63,000 | $54,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $41,600 | $30,250 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 40% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $32,300 | $23,450 |
| 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 | 65% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 45% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | David Flynn | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Woody Kampmann | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 22 | 15 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 24 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Academic Competition Team, Alliance Club, Arts and Crafts, Blue Key, Community Service Club, Current Events Club, Diversity Club, Dorm Prefects, Drama Club, Environment Club, Fishing Club, Food Club, Habitat for Humanity, Indoor Soccer, Investment Club, JROTC Competition Team, Marksmanship and Riflery, Parents Club Field Trips, Phi Theta Kappa, Praise & Worship Band, Puppet Ministry, Recreational Games, Traveling Ministry Team, Yearbook | |
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 make 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
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