Tilton School

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Tel: (603) 286-1733
30 School Street
Tilton, NH 03276
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Tilton School Photo #1 - Tilton School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school serving students from 9th to 12th grade and postgraduates. Tilton's student body of 250 consists of day students and boarding students from 20 states and 17 countries. Although the Tilton Experience is different for every student, it challenges all students to try new things, learn new skills, and try new things.
Tilton School Photo #2 - Tilton School challenges students to embrace and navigate a world marked by diversity and change. Through the quality of human relationships, the Tilton School community cultivates in its students the curiosity, the skills, the knowledge and understanding, the character and the integrity requisite for the passionate pursuit of lifelong personal success and service.
Tilton School Photo #3 - Tilton School is committed to the belief that good schools have the responsibility to set high standards and then do everything in their power to help students reach those expectations. Thus challenge and support are two key elements of the academic program.
Tilton School Photo #4 - At Tilton School, our philosophy is simple. Young people have within them the potential to learn, to lead, and to change the world. Our faculty cares about each student and helps him or her to navigate the demands of a rigorous college preparatory curriculum.
Tilton School Photo #5 - At Tilton, we believe in an integrated teaching approach that is both cross-discipline and grade-specific. The Grade Level Programs bring teams of teachers together with students to solve problems, think deeply and work together to navigate their world with character and vision.
Tilton School Photo #6 - All Tilton School students take advantage of small class sizes and additional support provided by faculty members. The Center for Academic Achievement offers tutorial instruction and support that goes beyond the extra help available in the regular academic program.
Tilton School Photo #7 - Boarding students are provided with a single or double occupancy room. Students are grouped by gender and grade level. A designated Tilton School faculty member is on duty in every dormitory each night and again throughout the weekend.
Tilton School Photo #8 - Tilton School students, faculty and dormitory proctors work together to create a residential community designed to be supportive, productive and safe. Our residential environments foster an educational tone, stressing the importance of personal integrity, responsibility and commitment to the community.
Tilton School Photo #9 - A student might work for one of the school's student publications (newspaper, yearbook or literary magazine), or a student may participate in any number of special creative and cultural events and activities throughout the school year. Students may also participate in after-school art activities during the fall and winter seasons.
Tilton School Photo #10 - Beyond the academic requirement in art, all Tilton students have opportunities to gain significant experience in creative and cultural arts.
  • Founded in 1845, Tilton School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school serving students from 9th to 12th grade and postgraduates.
  • We have 250 students consisting of day and boarding from 20 states and 17 countries.
  • With a small student body and dedicated staff, we are focused on helping every student realize the power of his or her own potential.
  • We believe that students who are able to effectively communicate, collaborate, think critically and creatively, and engage with mindfulness and compassion are better prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. To do this, Tilton School provides students with a uniquely customized learning process that uses authentic assessments of skills, interests, and learning style preferences to help them create their own Personalized Guided Program of Study for their journey at Tilton.

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  • Class of 2001
    5 Stars  
    The College of Wooster
     Despite being able to boast an exquisite New England campus environment, Tilton school offers a setting equipped with a dedicated faculty and staff that services the needs of every kind of student. Unique to Tilton. . .
Definition of Terms
 | 2020 School Data
Tilton SchoolBoarding School Avg.
School FocusCollege PrepCollege Preparatory
Grades Offered9-12, PG9-12
School TypeCo-edCo-ed
ADD/ADHD SupportYesYes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)YesYes
Religious AffiliationNon-denominationalNon-denominational
Year Founded18451907
Campus Size146 acres120 acres

Student Body

Enrollment250 students310 students
% Students of Color
15%
25%
% International Students
28%
20%
% Students Boarding
75%
70%
Average SAT Score1160* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score21*National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad YearYesNo

Academics and Faculty

Saturday ClassesNoNo
Classroom Dress CodeCasualCasual
Average Class Size12 students12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio1:61:7
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered1518
ESL Courses OfferedYesYes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
54%
70%
Summer Program OfferedNoYes

Finances

Endowment Size$16 million$22 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)		$64,975$58,260
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)		n/a$30,000
% Students on Financial Aid
50%
38%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant$30,000$25,000
Merit Scholarships OfferedYesNo

Admission

Application DeadlineFeb. 1 / rollingJan. 15
Accepts Standardized ApplicationYesNo
SSAT RequiredYesYes
Acceptance Rate
52%
57%
Director of AdmissionsKate Saunders
Associate Director of AdmissionsCandace Landroche

Course Listings

List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered1518
CoursesAP Art, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP European History (supervised on-line), AP French Language, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art (Independent Study), AP U.S. History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered1516
SportsAlpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations2424
ExtracurricularsOasis Music Club, Political Review (Editorial Magazine), Secret Society of Eight, Speech Team, The Bread and Roses Soup Kitchen, The Tilton-Northfield Youth Assistance Program, Toys for Tots, Upperclass Play, Yearbook, Yearbook Staff, Yummy Club (Cooking Club)

Club or Organization:
Admission Ambassador, Lego Robotics Club, Milton Academy Yearbook, Model UN/Model OAS Delegations, Old Guard, Strength and Conditioning Pogram, The New Hampshire Veteran's Home, These Mortlesby Players (Shakespeare Actiong Troupe)

Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella, Stage Band, Tilton Arts Coalition

Recreational Athletic Programs:
The Old Gold and Blue (Yearbook), Young Entrepreneurs Club

College Matriculation

Year: 10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

  • Tilton combines academic rigor with social, creative and athletic opportunity to enable every student to tap into the power of his or her potential, preparing them for life beyond the Hill.  
  • LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences & ADD/ADHD
  • Tilton School accreditations: TABS, AISNE, NAIS, ISANNE, NEASC

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  • Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
  • Students: 250 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $64,975
  • Acceptance rate: 52%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
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