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Rock Point School

1 Rock Point Road Burlington VT 05408
Tel: (802) 863-1104 Ext. 112
www.rockpointschool.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,500
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $46,500
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Rock Point School Photo #4 - Yoga and Mindfulness class helps students start the day focused and energized.
Rock Point School Photo #5 - Our faculty dogs are well loved - even in class!
Rock Point School Photo #6 - We love adventures! Rafting on the Hudson River is one of our favorite annual trips.
Rock Point School Photo #7 - In art class students practice traditional techniques like painting and drawing but also get creative with natural materials, make mosaics, collage, and more!
Rock Point School Photo #8 - Winter is beautiful in Vermont and we love finding ways to enjoy the snow: skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and more!
Rock Point School Photo #9 - Our campus is right on Lake Champlain and we love taking the opportunity to swim, sail, paddle board, and more - especially during our summer session!
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About the School

  • Rock Point School is a small, supportive boarding and day school for high school students who have not found success in other more traditional school settings.
  • Rock Point is a place where young people - who have found themselves off-track academically, socially, and personally - are seen for who they are, take healthy risks, grow, find success, and discover their passion. Located in beautiful and culturally rich Burlington, VT, we offer high school students small, engaging classes, experiential learning, close relationships with staff, and ongoing opportunities to discover who they are.
  • Academically, we support a range of learning styles, and work with students to improve their organization, self-advocacy, and study skills.
  • In our dorm program, we encourage our students to have fun, laugh, try new things, make friends, and discover what excites them -- whether it be snowboarding, digital animation, or playing music.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,500
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $46,500
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Rock Point School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Small student body (number of students)
Student Attention
Small average class sizes

School Overview

2026 School Data
Rock Point School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
ADHD, Mild language based, dyscalculia, anxiety
n/a
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1928
1906
Campus Size
130 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 5, 2027

Student Body

Enrollment
30 students
320 students
% Students of Color
17%
27%
% International Students
5%
21%
% Students Boarding
75%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
8 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
86%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$2.1 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$77,500
(This includes all room and board as well as weekend trips and activities. Week-long trips and some skiing and snowboarding may require additional fees.)
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$46,500
$40,000
% Students on Financial Aid
25%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$18,000
$25,000

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Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
Acceptance Rate
50%
64%
Director of Admissions
Hans Manske
Associate Director of Admissions
Jill Strawbridge
Application URL
Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
11
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Creative WritingGSA
School PlaySpirit Committee
yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
Stained Glass


Recreational Athletic Programs:
SkateboardingSkiing
SnowboardingUltimate Frisbee
Yoga

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
85%
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School Notes

  • Academic Courses:  Each year, Rock Point students take a class in each of our five core content areas: English, Math, History, Science, and Art.
  • During the day, students have one hour of supervised study hall when all teachers are available to continue to provide support and instruction.
  • Students also take electives (in the past we have offered photography, music, drama, movement, D&D, psychology, makers' space, and fiber arts). Students often look forward to these electives classes as a chance to connect with their core classroom teachers and their peers in a more relaxed and creative setting.
  • Core Learning Skills:  Some skills are practiced primarily in the classroom, although they can be applied more broadly: writing, critical thinking, note-taking, test-preparation, and test-taking. Other skills are practiced everywhere in our program, as we help students learn to manage their time, maintain healthy relationships, and develop essential character traits like compassion, creativity, and resilience. More and more current educational research is discovering that these are the skills that most reliably lead to success in any learning environment; at Rock Point School, we have been operating on that belief for decades.
  • Tailored to the Individual:  At Rock Point School, we are serious about considering the particular strengths and challenges of each student in every aspect of our program. Our small size allows us to be more flexible, responsive, and nuanced than larger institutions. While we believe that all students benefit from a learning environment where they are more fully known by their teachers, experience has shown us that certain students seem to need this more than others. For some, being truly known allows them to grow and change in ways they had never dreamed were possible.
  • Life outside of class: The dorm staff shares their love for outdoor adventure and the arts, as well as just spending time with students. Every weekend there is a range of activities offered at the school, in the amazing college town of Burlington, and throughout Vermont and upstate New York.  These include skiing/snowboarding, hiking, biking, cooking and baking, gardening, community service projects, watching sporting events, and attending art shows, poetry slams, music events, and plays. We have gone backpacking in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, whitewater rafting, and explored Montreal. 
  • Trips:  We travel both far afield and close to home. Students have opportunities to go on trips throughout Vermont, as well as to Montreal, Ottawa, Boston, New Hampshire, New York, and Maine. Each year,  we try to offer a week-long trip to a location a bit farther away. Recently, we have started a yearly trip to Alabama and Georgia as part of our study of the Civil Rights movement.
  • Teaching Healthy Living:  The personal, emotional, and social well-being of every student is as important as his or her achievement in the classroom.  In everyday life at Rock Point School, students explore their physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Through work crews, study halls in the evening, and all kinds of fun activities, students learn to manage their time and find a healthy balance between work and play.  Our activities in the dorm are geared toward art and culture, outdoor recreation, and community service.  Throughout these areas, we teach students about the basics of self-care: getting enough exercise, getting enough rest, paying attention to nutrition, and having healthy ways to relax and de-stress.
  • LD types supported: ADHD, Mild language based, dyscalculia, anxiety
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • James Graham - CEO and Founder of Community Phone
    • Jo Dee Messina - Country Singer, winner of Academy of Country Music's Top Female Artist of the year, and the CMA's Horizon Award.
    • Pamela Rae Schuller - Internationally known disability and mental health advocate and professional stand-up comedian.
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rock Point School cost?
Rock Point School's tuition is approximately $77,500 for boarding students and $46,500 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rock Point School?
The acceptance rate of Rock Point School is 50%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Rock Point School?
Rock Point School famous alumni include: James Graham, Jo Dee Messina and Pamela Rae Schuller.
What is Rock Point School's ranking?
Rock Point School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students) and Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for Rock Point School?
The application deadline for Rock Point School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $77,500
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $46,500
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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