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Among "All Schools", view the boarding schools with the oldest founding date (2019-20).
The "founding dates" below are the dates that schools have traditionally.
Note that the definition of "founding date" may differ slightly from school to school (e.g., whether it selects the year the school first received its charter or the year it first admitted students - regardless, the differences between the two are often small).

Thornton Academy Photo - Thornton Academy has been preparing students for a changing world since 1811. A rigorous and broad-based program of academic, arts and athletic opportunities challenges students to reach their potential in readiness for lifelong learning and productive participation in our dynamic world.

The Webb School Photo - Webb students can enjoy class outside on the beautiful, 150 acre, campus.

Buffalo Seminary Photo - Our one-to-one tablet computer program gives each girl instant access to a wealth of information.

The Masters School Photo - The Masters School was founded in 1877.

Wasatch Academy Photo - Set within the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Utah, Wasatch Academy is a safe and great place for students to learn on the weekdays while playing on the weekends in the great outdoors.

Orchard Lake St. Mary's Preparatory Photo - Orchard Lake St. Mary's Preparatory Campus

Stoneleigh-Burnham School Photo - Stoneleigh-Burnham offers one of the premier equestrian centers among secondary schools in the U.S. Our equestrian center is located on campus and that means girls can walk from their classes and dorm rooms directly to the barn. Every rider, from the complete novice to the advanced jumper, receives personalized instruction from experienced coaches that reflects her interests, goals, and abilities.

Oregon Episcopal School Photo - Our beautiful 59-acre campus provides the perfect setting for open minds to inquire, explore, and grow in order to succeed in an ever-changing global community.

Hill School Photo - The Hill School sets a high standard for students in their dress and appearance to express pride in themselves and their respect for one another. Academic Dress is worn throughout the academic day whenever students are in an academic or public area, chapel services, sit-down meals, required evening performance, or any other designated occasion.

The Storm King School Photo - The Storm King School embraces truth, respect, and responsibility.

Bridgton Academy Photo - Welcome to Bridgton Academy! Located in the Western Maine foothills and the heart of Maine's Lake Region, we've been preparing young men for the rigors of college and beyond since 1808. We Know PG.

The White Mountain School Photo - All students complete an independent project through our LASR program. LASR stands for Leadership, Arts, Service, and Research. These general categories demonstrate the range of projects that students choose to undertake. This program is our way of saying that passion matters, and that we know each and every student has a spark that we want to help focus.

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	Student Attention Smallest average class sizes
	Student Attention Lowest teacher:student ratio
	Faculty Education Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
	Boarding Focus Highest percentage of boarding students
	Diversity Highest percentage of international students
	Diversity Highest percentage of students of color

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	School Resources Largest endowments
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