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Best Mid-Atlantic Boarding Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 58 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 19,677 students located throughout Mid-Atlantic.

Best Mid-Atlantic Boarding Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Blair Academy
Blair Academy Photo
(9)
2 Park St
Blairstown, NJ 07825
(908) 362-2009
Gr: 9-12, PG | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 15% Tuition listed
Blue Ridge School
Blue Ridge School Photo - Our lake offers students a chance to relax, fish, canoe - in the center of campus.
(Episcopal)
(7)
273 Mayo Drive
St. George, VA 22935
(434) 985-2811
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 9 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed
Buffalo Seminary
Buffalo Seminary Photo - Our oldest tradition may be forward thinking but we are anchored in many other traditions too. Roses and white dresses for commencement. Our Social & Academic Honor Code. Morning Meeting to start the day. ..
205 Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
Gr: 9-12, PG | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
The Calverton School
The Calverton School Photo - Friendships are made across divisions at Calverton.
300 Calverton School Rd
Huntingtown, MD 20639
(410) 535-0216
Gr: 8-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day) | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Chatham Hall
Chatham Hall Photo - Our students thrive in a dynamic environment designed specifically for their success.
(Episcopal)
(5)
800 Chatham Hall Circle
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-5516
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
Christchurch School
Christchurch School Photo - "Set your course at the river. " Established in the Episcopal tradition, Christchurch is inclusive, welcoming students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.
(Episcopal)
49 Seahorse Lane
Christchurch, VA 23031
(804) 542-6843
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 73% Tuition listed
EF Academy New York
EF Academy New York Photo - Our campus is located an hour outside of New York City in the peaceful suburban community of Thornwood, New York.
(2)
582 Columbus Ave
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 495-6056
Gr: 9-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Emma Willard School
Emma Willard School Photo
(9)
285 Pawling Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 833-1320
Gr: 9-12, PG | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Episcopal High School
Episcopal High School Photo - Football
(Episcopal)
(12)
1200 N. Quaker Lane
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 933-4062
Gr: 9-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 33% Tuition listed
Fishburne Military School
Fishburne Military School Photo
(7)
225 S. Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7706
Gr: 8-12 | 6-12 (day) | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed
Fork Union Military Academy
Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.
(Baptist)
(7)
PO Box 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4205
Gr: 7-12, PG | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 55% Tuition listed
Foxcroft School
Foxcroft School Photo - Schoolhouse
(9)
22407 Foxhound Lane
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-4340
Gr: 9-12, PG | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
300 Garrison Forest Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 559-3111
Gr: 8-12 | PK-12 (day) | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
George School
George School Photo
(Society of Friends)
(9)
1690 Newtown Langhorne Road
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 579-6547
Gr: 9-12 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Georgetown Preparatory School
Georgetown Preparatory School Photo - The Yard is the heart of campus where the students pass between classes, and meet up for clubs and spirit events.
(Catholic)
(4)
10900 Rockville Pike
North Bethesda, MD 20852
(301) 214-1215
Gr: 9-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Grier School
Grier School Photo
(6)
2522 Grier School Road
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-3000
Gr: 7-12, PG | 5-12, PG (day) | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 9 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed
Hargrave Military Academy
Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Hargrave strives to develop well-rounded young men. Hargrave offers various opportunities for Cadets to be involved with music and the arts.
(Baptist)
(6)
200 Military Drive
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
Gr: 7-12, PG | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed
500 Montauk Highway
Oakdale, NY 11769
(631) 869-1572
Gr: 6-12 Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
The Hill School
The Hill School Photo - The Hill School sets a high standard for students in their dress and appearance to express pride in themselves and their respect for one another. Academic Dress is worn throughout the academic day whenever students are in an academic or public area, chapel services, sit-down meals, required evening performance, or any other designated occasion.
(8)
860 Beech Street
Pottstown, PA 19464
(610) 326-1000
Gr: 9-12, PG | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 25% Tuition listed
Hoosac School
Hoosac School Photo - Hoosac School was founded in 1889.
(Episcopal)
14 Pine Valley Road
Hoosick, NY 12089
(518) 686-7331
Gr: 8-12, PG | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 9 students Acceptance rate: 45% Tuition listed
The Hun School of Princeton
The Hun School of Princeton Photo - Preparing students to thrive in a world of constant change.
(1)
176 Edgerstoune Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 921-7600
Gr: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day) | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
The Kiski School
The Kiski School Photo - Beginning in 2024, Kiski will offer co-education, extending our outstanding opportunities and unique educational environment to both boys and girls.
1888 Brett Lane
Saltsburg, PA 15681
(724) 639-8035
Gr: 9-12, PG | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed
The Knox School
The Knox School Photo - Founded in 1904, The Knox School is Long Island's oldest established private school. Our inclusive environment serves grades 6-12 and Post-Graduate, providing students with a broad world perspective and a wide range of skills to prepare them for the next phase of their journeys.
(2)
541 Long Beach Road
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 686-1600
Gr: 6-12, PG | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 75% Tuition listed
Lawrenceville School
Lawrenceville School Photo - The Bowl is an iconic spot on campus and is the natural gathering place for ninth grade students, who live on either side of The Bowl
(6)
2500 Main Street
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
(609) 895-2030
Gr: 9-12, PG | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 18% Tuition listed
1 Morris Street
New York, NY 10004
(212) 232-0266
Gr: 9-12 | PK-12 (day) | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
212 E Main Street
Lititz, PA 17543
(717) 626-8512
Gr: 6-12, PG | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
The Madeira School
The Madeira School Photo - Madeira's 376-acre campus in McLean, Virginia, overlooks the Potomac River from a perch just 12 miles northwest of Washington, D.C.
(2)
8328 Georgetown Pike
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 556-8273
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 37% Tuition listed
614 South Main Street
Woodstock, VA 22664
(540) 459-2167
Gr: 8-12, PG | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 75% Tuition listed
The Masters School
The Masters School Photo
(10)
49 Clinton Avenue
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
(914) 479-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 5-12 (day) | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Mercersburg Academy
Mercersburg Academy Photo
(20)
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, PA 17236
(717) 328-6173
Gr: 9-12, PG | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 22% Tuition listed
1000 Samuel Miller Loop
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 818-1385
Gr: 8-12, PG | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed
Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey School Photo
(Non-denom. / Christian)
(1)
1201 Homestead Lane
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 520-2000
Gr: PK-12 | 2,189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
New York Military Academy
New York Military Academy Photo - New York Military Academy, established in 1889 in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, is a private, international boarding school serving grades 7 through 12. NYMA is dedicated to a comprehensive and substantive process of developing young leaders who are `Set Apart for Excellence`. Our goal is to prepare our cadets for success and fulfillment in college and in life.
(2)
78 Academy Ave.
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
(845) 618-7335
Gr: 9-12, PG | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed
North Country School
North Country School Photo - Through a variety or teaching methods, hands-on projects, and innovative uses of technology, North Country School students acquire critical academic skills in the humanities, math, sciences and the arts. NCS has high expectations for students, and the school also recognizes that all children learn differently. Each child is challenged according to their ability.
4382 Cascade Road
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-9329
Gr: 4-9 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed
North Cross School
North Cross School Photo - Students at North Cross pursue a variety of interests, from champion athletics teams to drama, STEM to Global Studies, all set in a beautiful campus with passionate, dedicated teachers to guide them.
4254 Colonial Avenue
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 989-6641
Gr: 9-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA?
There are 58 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding school in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA?
The average Mid-Atlantic area of the USA boarding school tuition cost is $66,896 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA?
Harrow International School New York, founded in 1572, is the oldest boarding school in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA.
What boarding school in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA has the lowest acceptance rates?
THINK Global School has the lowest boarding school acceptance rate (12%) in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA.
What boarding school in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA has the highest average SAT scores?
Ross School has the highest average SAT scores (1575) in Mid-Atlantic area of the USA.
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