St. Johnsbury Academy
- St. Johnsbury Academy, founded in 1842, is one of the nation`s exemplary schools (source: U.S. Department of Education), combining the resources, facilities, and curriculum of the world`s leading independent schools with the personal support and attention of the best small boarding schools.
- The Academy is a diverse and comprehensive educational community. We believe that each young person regardless of background, interests, or learning style, should be encouraged to dream big.
- The Academy`s standards for communication, problem solving, citizenship, and essential knowledge set high expectations for students.
- Our diverse student body from around the world enjoys a curriculum of 220 courses offered at four levels of difficulty and an average class size of 12.
- The extra-curricular program includes more than 45 interscholastic teams, 20 intramural sports, and more than 60 organized clubs and activities.
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- Keio University One of my school's unique difference from other schools is there are students from over 20 countries. We all live in different dormitories, and each students get their roomettes. Spending time with your roommates and. . .
- Colby-sawyer college I really appreciated the tight knit community feel. Going away from home at 14 is hard so it meant a lot that st. Johnsbury really made you feel like family.. . .
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- Offering Breadth High # of AP/advanced courses offered
| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | St. Johnsbury | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| 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 | 1842 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 50 acres | 104 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 950 students | 315 students |
| % Students of Color | 5% | 21% |
| % International Students | 20% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 30% | 65% |
| Average SAT Score | 1120 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 25 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 77% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $20 million | $18 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $53,365 (Guided Studies and ESL additional tuition) | $54,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $16,885 | $30,250 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 10% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $22,800 | $23,450 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Director of Admissions | Nicole Biggie | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Brendan Hughes | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 25 | 17 |
| Courses | Biotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Architecture, Digital Electronics, Engineering Design and Development, Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 20 | 15 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 42 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Admission, Andover Outing Club, Audio Visual Club, Barn, Bookstore, Delta Phi (Honor Society), Drum and Bugle Corp, Intramural soccer, Intramural Sports Sampler, Math Club, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Outing Club, Poetry Club, Pre-School Child Care Center, Red and White (student paper), Robotics, Scholars Bowl, Science Club, Skills USA, Spanish Club, Stage Crew, Student Government, Tuck Shop (student-run snack area), Used Bookstore, Yearbook, Yoga Club Arts and Music Programs: A Capella, Art Club, Audio-Visual, Dance Club, Orchestra, Photography, Red Key (student tour guides), Student Area Representatives (admissions), Theater or Drama, WSGS (AM radio station) Recreational Athletic Programs: Badminton Club, Mountain Biking Club, School Prefects, Student for Students (peer support), Swim Clu | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- St. Johnsbury Academy combines the opportunities and resources of a large school with the personal attention and support of a small boarding school. The beautiful and safe village campus provides exceptionally complete facilities. Students from 50 Vermont and New Hampshire communities, over 25 countries and as many U.S. states form a diverse and supportive community. The 220 courses (four levels) include Advanced Placement (25), fine and performing arts (40), languages (4), technology, pre-engineering, and computer science (20). Extracurricular opportunities abound with 40 teams and 60 organized activities.
- LD types supported: Learning Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Speech Impairment, Health Impairment, Emotional-Behavioral Disability, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injury
- St. Johnsbury Academy accreditations: NEASC
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Calvin Coolidge - President of the United States
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