St. Johnsbury Academy

1000 Main Street, PO Box 906 St. Johnsbury VT 05819
stjacademy.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 995 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,700
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $24,600
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #4 - Academy students are welcomed to participate in over 40 team sports.
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #5 - Through the Colwell Center for Global Understanding at St. Johnsbury Academy, our students are exposed to many opportunities to travel abroad.
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #6 - The Charles Hosmer Morse Center for the Arts features facilities for music, theater, dance, videography, painting, photography, drawing, foundational arts such as Intaglio etching and print-making and ceramics, and fashion design.
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #7 - Although the academics at St. Johnsbury Academy are exceptional across the board, a number of programs truly set us apart. From high-level math to the AP Capstone Diploma, from the culinary arts to fashion design, our Signature Programs ignite passion within our students, often leading them to pursue careers in fields first explored on our campus.
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #8 - The Academy strives to provide each of its students with the opportunities and support needed to be successful communicators, problem-solvers, citizens, and scholars.
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #9 - The Academy's STeM Program (science, technology, engineering and math) offers college-level instruction in biotechnical engineering, engineering design, and civil engineering and architecture.
St. Johnsbury Academy Photo #10

About the School

  • 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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 995 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,700
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $24,600
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Johnsbury Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth

School Overview

2026 School Data
St. Johnsbury Academy
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
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Speech Impairment, Health Impairment, Emotional-Behavioral Disability, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injury
n/a
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1842
1906
Campus Size
50 acres
125 acres
School Motto
Character, Inquiry, Community

Student Body

Enrollment
995 students
320 students
% Students of Color
20%
27%
% International Students
15%
21%
% Students Boarding
20%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
77%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
# of AP Courses Offered
31
18
Courses
AP African American HistoryAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP French Language and Culture
AP Japanese Language and CultureAP Latin
AP MicroeconomicsAP Music Theory
AP Physics 1AP Physics 2
AP Physics C: Electricity and MagnetismAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP PrecalculusAP Psychology
AP ResearchAP Seminar
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Statistics
AP Studio Art (2-D Design, 3-D Design, Drawing)AP US Government and Politics
AP US HistoryAP World History
Biotechnical EngineeringCivil Engineering and Architecture
Digital ElectronicsEngineering Design and Development
Linear AlgebraMultivariable Calculus

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$25 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$72,700
(Guided Studies and ESL additional tuition)
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$24,600
$40,000
% Students on Financial Aid
10%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$22,800
$25,000

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Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
No
Director of Admissions
Nicole Biggie
Associate Director of Admissions
Lauren McNally
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
34
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Asian Culture ClubBrain Bee
Breathing RoomChess Club
Codecraft ClubDungeons & Dragons
Farm & GardenFBLA
Gender & Sexuality UnionKnitting Club
Outing ClubPersonal Fitness
RoboticsScholar’s Bowl
Science FairScience Olympiad
SCOPETennis Club
Time To RelaxVirtual Reality Club


Arts and Music Programs:
HilltonesStudent Art League
TheatreWriters Block


Recreational Athletic Programs:

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
98%

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 (32), 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
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Calvin Coolidge - President of the United States
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Johnsbury Academy cost?
St. Johnsbury Academy's tuition is approximately $72,700 for boarding students and $24,600 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Johnsbury Academy?
St. Johnsbury Academy famous alumni include: Calvin Coolidge.
What sports does St. Johnsbury Academy offer?
St. Johnsbury Academy offers 24 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Esports, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Johnsbury Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
What is St. Johnsbury Academy's ranking?
St. Johnsbury Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), Most sports offered and High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Johnsbury Academy?
The application deadline for St. Johnsbury Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Student & Alumni Reviews

Review
Description

Class of 2016
5.00
George Fox University
STJ has a beautiful campus, comparable to lots of colleges in the way that the buildings feel and are laid out. The facilities as a whole are really quite nice. There are also such a. . .

Class of 2017
5.00
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. . .

Class of 2015
5.00
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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