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Hoosac School

14 Pine Valley Road Hoosick NY 12089
Tel: (518) 686-7331 Ext. 308
hoosac.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 240 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,500
  • Acceptance rate: 45%
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Hoosac School Photo #4 - NEPSAC champions! Boys varsity lacrosse has competed in the NEPSAC championship three years straight.
Hoosac School Photo #5 - Back-To-Back HOLT Conference Champions! Hoosac School's boys varsity ice hockey teams has one of the most competitive schedules in all of NEPSAC.
Hoosac School Photo #6 - Memorial Hall after a Winter storm, where students gather for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
Hoosac School Photo #7 - Hoosac School has matriculated graduates to universities like Cornell, Dartmouth, Columbia and NYU.
Hoosac School Photo #8 - AAA basketball at Hoosac! 4 of our 5 starters went on to play Division 1 last season!
Hoosac School Photo #9 - Girls varsity ice hockey at Hoosac matriculated all seven seniors into college hockey programs. Bill Ward is on his fourth season as Head Coach.
Hoosac School Photo #10 - At Hoosac our students are able to take one-on-one music lessons in piano, violin, guitar, drums, and bass, as well as vocal lessons!
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About the School

  • Hoosac School was founded in Hoosick, New York in 1889. For over 134 years Hoosac has been enrolling boarders and day students in Forms II-VI (Grades 8-12) and our postgraduate program.
  • As a coeducational, college preparatory school, Hoosac celebrates each student's individuality in all aspects of their educational life.
  • Since 1889, Hoosac has maintained and upheld Dr. Tibbits core beliefs about a well-rounded boarding school experience: to educate the whole student, academically, athletically, socially as well as spiritually.
  • It is Hoosac's mission to develop enthusiastic learners with creative minds and strong moral compasses who are ready to handle college and life with intelligence and grace.
  • Hoosac is committed to sustaining the small scale preparatory school model in which each student receives an individualized education with attention, care and guidance and is offered the opportunity to grow socially within the Hoosac School community.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 240 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,500
  • Acceptance rate: 45%
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Hoosac School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 268 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Test Scores
High SSAT scores

School Overview

2026 School Data
Hoosac School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
8-12, PG
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Episcopal
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1889
1906
Campus Size
350 acres
130 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
240 students
319 students
% Students of Color
10%
28%
% International Students
40%
21%
% Students Boarding
90%
66%
Average SAT Score
1300
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Business Casual Wednesdays & Saturdays
Casual
Average Class Size
9 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
73%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Accreditations
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
# of AP Courses Offered
17
18
Courses
BiologyCalculus AB
ChemistryEnglish Literature and Composition
LatinModern European History
PhysicsPsychology
StatisticsUS History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$2.95 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$62,500
$71,900
Tuition international students
$67,500
$59,000
Summer Program Cost
$10,000
% Students on Financial Aid
35%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$20,000
(Need Based and Merit Scholarship)
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
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Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Average Percentile SSAT
70%
-
Acceptance Rate
45%
64%
Director of Admissions
Ryan Grant
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
22
17
Sports
Alpine SkiingBadminton
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryCross Country Running
DanceGolf
Ice HockeyIndoor Soccer
LacrosseMountain Biking
MountaineeringNordic Skiing
RugbySnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
TennisTrack
Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
15
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Astronomy ClubImprov Club
Linear AlgebraLiterary Magazine
MozaicOwlet
Theater Dance & Music


Arts and Music Programs:
Car ClubChoir
Fishing ClubFreestyle Friday
Shakespeare ContestYearbook


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Drama Club


Other Activities:
Biblical Theology Study Group

College Matriculation

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School Notes

  • Hoosac is a caring community that prides itself on focusing on the individual.  While we are a rigorous academic school, our mastery teaching approch provides students with personal contact with faculty to better prepare them for the rigor of college.  At Hoosac, we believe that every student has a passion.  Our mission is to develop that passion and provide the structure and tools so that every student may realize thier fullest potential going into college.  Through Academics, the Arts, Athletics and Residential Life a Hoosac student becomes well rounded and confident that they will succeed at whatever they endeavor to become.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Burgess Meredith '26 - Starred as the trainer in the "Rocky" movies as well as the Penguin in "Batman".
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hoosac School cost?
Hoosac School's tuition is approximately $62,500 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hoosac School?
The acceptance rate of Hoosac School is 45%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Hoosac School?
Hoosac School famous alumni include: Burgess Meredith '26.
What sports does Hoosac School offer?
Hoosac School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Golf, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Rugby, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Hoosac School's ranking?
Hoosac School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High SSAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Hoosac School?
The application deadline for Hoosac School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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  • Grades: 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 240 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,500
  • Acceptance rate: 45%
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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