Miller School of Albemarle
1000 Samuel Miller Loop
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Tel: (434)823-4805 Ext. 240
- Miller School of Albemarle is a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG. We have a 6 to 1 student-faculty ratio, a student population of approximately 185, and an average class size of 9 students.
- We have a Student Success Center that develops individual success plans for each of our students and helps support their academic endeavors, whether that be support in specific courses or assignments, enrichment, study skills classes, assistance in obtaining internships or mentorships, college counseling, and everything in between.
- This environment, where class sizes are kept small and personal attention is readily available, allows students to thrive.
- Several AP and DE classes are available for qualified students, and our unique Design/Build program allows interested students to explore engineering and architecture while gaining hands-on experience.
- In addition to a healthy variety of academic courses, the Miller School of Albemarle offers a wide range of athletic programs.
- We are focused on educating the whole child the mind, hands, and heart.
- Please give us a call to schedule a visit. There is no better way to get a true feeling for our program than to visit in person and take a tour.
- After doing so, you`ll realize what makes Miller such a rewarding, meaningful, and valuable experience.
- In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website at www.millerschoolofalbemarle.org.
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| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | Miller School of | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12, PG | 5-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1878 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 1600 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 185 students | 318 students |
| % Students of Color | 41% | 22% |
| % International Students | 25% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 61% | 67% |
| Average SAT Score | 1194 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1150 - 1310 | - |
| Average ACT score | 24 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki style pants of any color, collared shirt, Shorts, Skirts (no more than 3" above knee), Dresses (no more than 3" above knee)) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 9 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 67% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $15 million | $20 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $49,500 | $56,000 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $23,500 | $30,250 |
| Tuition international students | $56,000 | $50,000 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $42,000 | $40,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 42% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $20,350 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 19 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Sam Hale Kane Kashouty | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Sydney Thomas | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 17 |
| Courses | Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, European History, Physics I, Physics II, Statistics, US History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 15 |
| Sports | Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 5 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Debate Club, Drama, Engineering, Gardening Club, Media | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2013 - 2015 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Virginia Tech | 15 | |
| University of Mary Washington | 13 | |
| James Madison University | 10 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 8 | |
| Boston University | 7 | |
| University of Virginia | 7 | |
| Hampden-Sydney College | 6 | |
| University of California - Irvine | 6 | |
| Syracuse University | 5 | |
| Washington and Lee University | 5 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Miller School of Albemarle is a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and PG. We have a 6 to 1 student-faculty ratio, a student population of approximately 185, and an average class size of 9 students. In addition, a one-on-one study skills course is available for those with a demonstrated need as well as a Student Success Center that supports all students. This environment, where class sizes are kept small and personal attention is readily available, allows students to thrive. Several AP/DE classes are available for qualified students, and our unique Design/Build program allows interested students to explore engineering and architecture while gaining hands-on experience. In addition to a healthy variety of academic courses, the Miller School of Albemarle offers a wide range of athletic programs. We are focused on educating the whole child the mind, hands, and heart. Please give us a call to schedule a visit. There is no better way to get a true feeling for our program than to visit in person and take a tour. After doing so, you`ll realize what makes Miller such a rewarding, meaningful, and valuable experience. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website at www.millerschoolofalbemarle.org.
- Miller School of Albemarle accreditations: VAIS, NAIS
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