Miss Hall's School
Tel: 413-499-1300
492 Holmes Road, PO Box 1166
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Pittsfield, MA 01201
- Founded in 1898, Miss Hall's School augments a sophisticated college-preparatory curriculum with two innovative, nationally acclaimed programs and a STEAM program.
- Through Horizons, girls work in off-campus internships to hone communication and problem-solving skills, refine ethical positions, strengthen financial literacy, and explore interests for college majors and careers.
- Through the Girls Leadership Project, girls design programs and workshops around the themes of voice and leadership.
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- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univeristy My school offers Horizons, which is a weekly event in which sophomores and up travel off-campus to complete volunteer work at a chosen site while Freshman learn valuable skills like gardening, the basics of business. . .
- Goucher College The Horizon's Program is an aspect of Miss Halls that stands out as unique. 10-12th graders apply to off-campus internships that they attend once a week on Thursday mornings. These internships provide real-world experience that. . .
- Rochester Institute of Technology One really unique aspect of Miss Halls is the Girl's Leadership Project (GLP) which includes campus programs such as Horizons, PAaLS and MAPS. Horizons is a program where all students volunteer at severl local businesses. . .
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| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | Miss Hall's School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 7-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1898 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 80 acres | 110 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 250 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 25% | 20% |
| % International Students | 30% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 70% | 68% |
| Average SAT Score | 1850 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 10 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $20.5 million | $17 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $57,750 (Financial aid available.) | $53,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $35,000 (Financial aid available.) | $28,560 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 50% | 37% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 57% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | David Hopkins | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 17 |
| Courses | Algebra II - Honors, Biology, Biology - Honors, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry - Honors, English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French, Human Geography, Latin, Spanish, Statistics, Studio Art, U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 14 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Equestrian, Golf, Lacrosse, Riding, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 42 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Admission, Animation Club, Art Club, Debate Club, Environmental, Essence Club, French Club, Gay Straight Alliance (GSA), Hallmark, Hallways, HIFA, International Club, Latin, Math, Personal, ReAD, Science, Social, Spanish, Student, Technology Arts and Music Programs: Ceramics Club, Film Club, Grace, Instrumental, Merrie, Photography, Sol, Technical, Theatre, Theory, Vocal Recreational Athletic Programs: Aerobics, Athletic, Dance Club, Fitness Club, Intramural Sports, Movement, Pilates, Recreational, Winter, Yoga | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- We all recognize the huge developmental and intellectual shifts that happen between 9th and 12th grades. At Miss Hall`s there is a deeper metamorphosis taking place, a special kind of "alchemy" (to use a colleague`s word). Our innovative, girl-centered program combines academic engagement, leadership training, service learning, and global connectedness. The result, as generations of alumnae can attest, is a transformative education that powerfully changes the trajectory of girls` lives. - Julia Heaton, Head of School
- LD types supported: Academic Skills Center
- School accreditations: The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Association of Secondary Schools in New England (AISNE), Association of International Educators (NAFSA), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Northeastern Boarding Schools Admission Association (NBSAA), National Coalition of Girls' Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lucy Adams Billings '66 - New York State Supreme Court Justice
- Barbara Cooperman '73 - Executive VP, Market Communications and Corporate Relations, Elsevier
- Jean Erdman '34 - An influential figure in the world of modern dance and part of the Martha Graham Dance Company; was on the faculty of Columbia University and New York University; was the wife of mythologist Joseph Campbell until his death in 1987.
- Paula Leuchs Moats '72 - Senior VP, Laconia Capital Corporation
- Susan O'Day '77 - Chief Information Officer and VP, Global Shared Services, Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Molly Shepard '64 - President and CEO, The Leader's Edge
- Stacey Sotirhos '89 - Instructional Support Specialist, New York City Board of Education
- Kari Steinert '85 - Big Foote Music, composer and musician for commercials and films
- Dian Adams Toland '72 - Project Director of Construction and Restoration, The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation
- Catherine Foster '95 - Architect, Pei Cobb Freed + Partners
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