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The Linsly School

60 Knox Lane Wheeling WV 26003
Tel: (304) 233-1436
www.linsly.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 5-12
  • Enrollment: 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
  • Source: Verified school update
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 Photo #7
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About the School

  • "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 Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 5-12
  • Enrollment: 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
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Linsly School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 270 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Overview

2026 School Data
The Linsly School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
7-12
8-12
Grades Offered (Day)
5-12
PK-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1814
1906
Campus Size
57 acres
130 acres
School Calendar
View School Calendar
School Motto
Forward and no retreat

Student Body

Enrollment
447 students
319 students
% Students of Color
18%
27%
% International Students
15%
21%
% Students Boarding
25%
65%
Average SAT Score
1270
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
# of AP Courses Offered
11
18
Courses
Calculus BCBiology
Calculus ABChemistry
Computer ScienceGovernment
Human GeographyLanguage & Composition
Latin: VergilLiterature & Composition
PsychologyUS History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$28 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$40,740
(Lower school. Upper school boarding: $42,740 )
$71,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$17,850
(Lower school day tudents Upper school day students: $19,850 )
$40,400
% Students on Financial Aid
62%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$21,700
(Average Financial Aid Grant for Boarding Students)
$25,000

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Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
60%
-
Acceptance Rate
65%
64%
Director of Admissions
Mr. Robert J. Zitzelsberger
Associate Director of Admissions
Mrs. Crissy D'Aquila
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
19
17
Sports
BaseballBasketball
BowlingCheering
Cross CountryCross Country Running
DanceFootball
GolfIce Hockey
LacrosseSoccer
SoftballSwimming
TennisTrack
Track and FieldVolleyball
Wrestling
Colors
Orange and Black

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
33
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
3D PrintingAfter School Art Club
Animal Shelter ClubAnime
Camera ClubChess Club
Childrens Museum ClubClassics Club
Corridor MonitorsEnvironment Club
Eye of the Eagle (Newspaper)Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Fishing ClubForeign Language Honor Societies
Forensics ClubGraphic Recording
Introductory TennisIrving Society
KaMakani Flyersmath league
North Hawaii Youth CoalitionOutdoors Program
Owletpeer assistance program
Red Keysea turtle research
Secular Student SyndicateSEEDS
Shakespeare ContestSki and Snowboard Club
Ultimate Frisbee


Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusRed Cross Youth Group

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2020 - 2024
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
West Virginia University
58
The Ohio State University
11
High Point University
10
University of Kentucky
10
Miami University - Oxford
9
University of Pittsburgh
9
Boston University
8
Washington and Jefferson College
7
New York University
6
Dickinson College
5
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School Notes

    Did You Know?
  • 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
  • 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.
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Linsly School cost?
The Linsly School's tuition is approximately $40,740 for boarding students and $17,850 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Linsly School?
The acceptance rate of The Linsly School is 65%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from The Linsly School?
The Linsly School famous alumni include: David Simmons '82, C.J. Goodwin '08, Jack Canfield '62, James McNulty '60 and Ashley Battle '00.
What sports does The Linsly School offer?
The Linsly School offers 19 interscholastic 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 and Wrestling.
What is The Linsly School's ranking?
The Linsly School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Linsly School?
The application deadline for The Linsly School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 5-12
  • Enrollment: 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
  • Source: Verified school update
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