The Linsly School

60 Knox Lane
Wheeling, WV 26003

The Linsly School Photo #1 - Linsly's lower school (grades 5-8) program of studies emphasizes the mastery of fundamental concepts through innovative cross-curricular programs and regimented learning, all of which are designed to prepare students for college preparatory curriculum of the upper school (grades 9-12).

The Linsly School Photo #2 - The Linsly School promotes academic excellence, inspires lifelong learning, develops future leaders, and emphasizes character development.

The Linsly School Photo #3 - The upper school prepares students for the rigors of higher education through a broad and extensive study in the core concepts required in all major academic disciplines.

The Linsly School Photo #4 - The family-like atmosphere at our school helps students grow and develop under the guidance of faculty members who know them by name and care about their future. Our strong academic program provides students with an emphasis on foundational skills, a challenging college preparatory curriculum, and a commitment to lifelong learning necessary for success in college and beyond.

The Linsly School Photo #5 - Linsly offers athletics for both Lower and Upper School students. Linsly's Upper School offers a superior athletic program, with more than 20 interscholastic teams competing in the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference

The Linsly School Photo #6 - With 200 years of life, the Linsly school is a prominent fixture in the history of Wheeling.

"The Linsly School promotes academic excellence, inspries lifelong learning, develops future leaders and emphasizes character development.

Located one hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and two hours east of Columbus, Ohio along the rolling hills of Wheeling, WV.

Founded in 1814, Linsly School is the oldest college preparatory school west of the Allegheny Mountains. Linsly is an independent day/boarding school serving 468 students, including 105 boarding students representing 9 different states and 24 different countries.

One hundred percent of graduates attend college. Campus activities include interest groups, community service, honor societies, yoga classes, cooking classes, and much more.

Quick Stats (2022)

Grades: (Boarding) 7-12
Students: 447 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $40,740
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $17,850
Acceptance rate: 65%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling

Top Rankings

The Linsly School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 308 schools) for:

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data

The Linsly School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

7-12

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

5-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1814

1907

Campus Size

65 acres

125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

447 students

300 students

% Students of Color

18%

25%

% International Students

15%

20%

% Students Boarding

25%

70%

Average SAT Score

1270

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
(School Uniform)

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

72%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$28 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$40,740
(Lower school. Upper school boarding: $42,740 )

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$17,850
(Lower school day tudents Upper school day students: $19,850 )

$32,995

% Students on Financial Aid

62%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$21,700
(Average Financial Aid Grant for Boarding Students)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

60%

Acceptance Rate

65%

58%

Director of Admissions

Mr. Robert J. Zitzelsberger

Associate Director of Admissions

Mrs. Crissy D'Aquila

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Calculus BC, Biology, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Computer Science, Government, Human Geography, Language & Composition, Latin: Vergil, Literature & Composition, Psychology, US History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
3D Printing, After School Art Club, Animal Shelter Club, Anime, Camera Club, Chess Club, Childrens Museum Club, Classics Club, Corridor Monitors, Environment Club, Eye of the Eagle (Newspaper), Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Fishing Club, Foreign Language Honor Societies, Forensics Club, Graphic Recording, Introductory Tennis, Irving Society, KaMakani Flyers, math league, North Hawaii Youth Coalition, Outdoors Program, Owlet, peer assistance program, Red Key, sea turtle research, Secular Student Syndicate, SEEDS, Shakespeare Contest, Ski and Snowboard Club, Ultimate Frisbee

Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Red Cross Youth Group

College Matriculation

Year: 2017 - 2021

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

West Virginia University

Ohio University

The Ohio State University

High Point University

Marietta College

University of Pittsburgh

Washington and Jefferson College

University of Washington

New York University

Boston University

Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

100% of Linsly students matriculate at four year colleges or universities
55% of Linsly faculty members hold advanced degrees
The oldest college preparatory school west of the Allegheny Mountains, Linsly emphasizes traditional values and character development
Student to faculty ratio 7:1
24 faculty live on campus
48% of the faculty have 10 or more years of experience teaching at Linsly

Residence Life at Linsly

Resident students at Linsly live in a warm neighborhood community that consists of dormitories and faculty residences
The ratio of on campus faculty to resident students is one of the best in the country, 3:1
Student dormitories are literally extensions of faculty homes
Residence life at Linsly provides a structured, safe and disciplined environment
Resident students and faculty members eat a sit down dinner together every evening
Resident students have mandatory study sessions every evening supervised by faculty members
Weekends for resident students include fun, organized activities.
Student dormitories are wired for internet access

Linsly Facilities

Linsly's 65 acre campus includes top quality facilities including:
The Williams Visual Arts Center, home to art studios, a ceramics room and a complete photography laboratory
Indoor Pool
The Hess Center, a complete wood working shop
The Stifel Field House, with regulation basketball court and volleyball court, weight room, aerobics room and renovated locker rooms.
Boarding students enjoy leisure time in the Simmons Student Center
The Linsly School accreditations: ISACS, TABS, NAIS
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- David Simmons '82 - Chairman and CEO of PPD (Pharmaceutical Product Development)
- C.J. Goodwin '08 - Current NFL athlete. Competed in Super Bowl LI with the Atlanta Falcons
- Jack Canfield '62 - Co-author for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. Author of The Success Principles.
- James McNulty '60 - Retired CEO of Parsons Corp - an engineering, construction, technical, and professional services firm
- Ashley Battle '00 - Former WNBA Basketball Player. Currently working for the NBA.

Profile last updated: 09/08/2021

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