The Linsly School

60 Knox Lane
Wheeling, WV 26003
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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 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 #3 - 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 #4 - 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 #5 - With 200 years of life, the Linsly school is a prominent fixture in the history of Wheeling.
The Linsly School Photo #6 - The Linsly School promotes academic excellence, inspires lifelong learning, develops future leaders, and emphasizes character development.
  • "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.

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Definition of Terms
 | 2019 School Data
The Linsly SchoolBoarding School Avg.
School FocusCollege PrepCollege Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)7-127-12
Grades Offered (Day)5-127-12
School TypeCo-edCo-ed
Religious AffiliationNon-denominationalNon-denominational
Year Founded18141909
Campus Size65 acres104 acres

Student Body

Enrollment437 students315 students
% Students of Color
24%
23%
% International Students
20%
20%
% Students Boarding
25%
69%
Average SAT Score1250* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score27*National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad YearNoNo

Academics and Faculty

Saturday ClassesNoNo
Classroom Dress CodeFormal
(School Uniform)		Casual
Average Class Size13 students12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio1:91:7
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered1118
ESL Courses OfferedNoYes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
70%
Summer Program OfferedNoYes

Finances

Endowment Size$23 million$20 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)		$41,140
(Boarding Students)		$57,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)		$19,700
(Day Students)		$31,250
% Students on Financial Aid
59%
37%
Merit Scholarships OfferedNoNo

Admission

Application DeadlineNone / RollingJan. 15
Accepts Standardized ApplicationYesNo
SSAT RequiredYesYes
Average Percentile SSAT70%-
Acceptance Rate
65%
57%
Director of AdmissionsMr. Robert J. Zitzelsberger
Associate Director of AdmissionsMrs. Crissy D'Aquila

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered1118
Courses Calculus BC, Biology, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Government, Human Geography, Language & Composition, Latin: Vergil, Literature & Composition, Psychology, US History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered1615
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations3323
ExtracurricularsClub 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

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
  • 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.

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  • Grades: (Boarding) 7-12
  • Students: 437 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $41,140
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,700
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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