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  • Among "Schools with 200-400 Students", 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).

Oldest Founding Date (2019-20)

Among Schools with 200-400 Students (out of 112 schools)

Sorted by range (alphabetically within range)
  • Boarding School Year Founded Grades Location
  • 1.Rank: #1
    Linden Hall School
    Linden Hall School Photo
    All-Girls 
    (5)
    1746
    Grades: 6-12, PG
    212 East Main Street
    Lititz, PA 17543
    (717)626-8512
  • 2.Rank: #2
    Washington Academy
    Washington Academy Photo - Washington Academy, established in 1792, is one of the oldest day & boarding co-ed high schools in the USA. It is located on the Downeast Maine coast, and boast 425 total students from 25 different countries. The Alumni Building is one of nine buildings on its 75+ acre campus.
    1792
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 190, 66 Cutler Road
    East Machias, ME 04630
    (207)255-8301
  • 3.Rank: #3
    Lawrence Academy
    Lawrence Academy Photo
    (1)
    1793
    Grades: 9-12
    44 Main Street, PO Box 992
    Groton, MA 01450
    (978)448-1530
  • 4.Rank: #4
    Cheshire Academy
    Cheshire Academy Photo - Bowden Hall, completed in 1796, is the oldest schoolhouse in continuous use in the state of Connecticut
    (5)
    1794
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    10 Main Street
    Cheshire, CT 06410
    (203)439-7250
  • 5.Rank: #5
    Westtown School
    Westtown School Photo - Main building
    (Society of Friends)
    (44)
    1799
    Grades: 9-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    975 Westtown Rd
    West Chester, PA 19382
    (610)399-7900
  • 6.Rank: #6
    Hebron Academy
    Hebron Academy Photo - Albert Le Page Fitness Center and The Sommer Family Squash Courts
    (8)
    1804
    Grades: 6-12, PG
    339 Paris Road PO Box 309
    Hebron, ME 04238
    (207)966-5225
  • 7.Rank: #7
    Kimball Union Academy
    Kimball Union Academy Photo
    (4)
    1813
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    7 Campus Center, PO Box 188
    Meriden, NH 03770
    (603)469-2100
  • 8.Rank: #8
    Emma Willard School
    Emma Willard School Photo - Emma Girls share a laugh in one of our historic dormitories.
    All-Girls 
    (9)
    1814
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    285 Pawling Avenue
    Troy, NY 12180
    (518)833-1320
  • 9.Rank: #9
    Brewster Academy
    Brewster Academy Photo - Freshwater Ecology students access the largest freshwater laboratory in the state (Lake Winnipesaukee), without leaving campus.
    (10)
    1820
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    80 Academy Drive
    Wolfeboro, NH 03894
    (603)569-7200
  • 10.Rank: #10
    New Hampton School
    New Hampton School Photo - Athletics that prepare student-athletes for college.
    (8)
    1821
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    70 Main Street
    New Hampton, NH 03256
    (603)677-3401
  • 11.Rank: #11
    Kents Hill School
    Kents Hill School Photo - Athletes enjoy the on-campus O'Connor Alpine Training Center for alpine racers and riders. Everyone enjoys it on Saturday nights!
    (1)
    1824
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 257, 1614 Main St., Rte. 17
    Kents Hill, ME 04349
    (207)685-1606
  • 12.Rank: #12
    St. Timothy's School
    St. Timothy's School Photo - The Commons is equal parts living room and dining room. The newest building on campus, the Commons is a gathering space that houses the dining hall and the new Redlands Cafe.
    All-Girls  (Episcopal)
    (2)
    1832
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    8400 Greenspring Avenue
    Stevenson, MD 21153
    (410)486-7401
  • 13.-14.Rank: #13-14
    Bishop's College School
    Bishop's College School Photo - Our mission is simple: to create a caring community of learning and development where cultures connect and individuals matter. Our commitment to excellence in academics, wellness, athletics, creativity, and service contribute to a lifetime of engagement and global competence
    1836
    Grades: 7-12
    80 chemin Moulton Hill
    Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada J1M 1Z8
    (819)566-0238
  • 13.-14.Rank: #13-14
    Gould Academy
    Gould Academy Photo - Gould Academy offers the only Ski Patrol Program recognized by the National Ski Patrol. Once our students earn their 'jackets,' they are certified to work for the National Ski Patrol at any mountain in the U.S.
    (1)
    1836

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 860
    Bethel, ME 04217
    (207)824-7777
  • 15.-17.Rank: #15-17
    Pickering College
    Pickering College Photo - Pickering College - located on a beautiful 42 acre setting in Newmarket, Ontario Canada
    (1)
    1842
    Grades: 9-12
    16945 Bayview Ave
    Newmarket, Ontario, Canada L3Y4X2
    (905)895-1700
  • 15.-17.Rank: #15-17
    Saint James School
    Saint James School Photo - Saint James' picturesque 689-acre campus is conveniently located only 70 miles from the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area.
    (Episcopal)
    1842

    Grades: 8-12
    17641 College Road
    Hagerstown, MD 21740
    (301)733-9330
  • 15.-17.Rank: #15-17
    Saint Mary's School
    Saint Mary's School Photo - Saint Mary's School, established in 1842, is an independent, Episcopal, college-preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12 in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is the fourth oldest girls' boarding/day school in the United States.
    All-Girls  (Episcopal)
    1842

    Grades: 9-12
    900 Hillsborough Street
    Raleigh, NC 27603
    (919)424-4100
  • 18.Rank: #18
    Miss Porter's School
    Miss Porter's School Photo
    All-Girls 
    (5)
    1843
    Grades: 9-12
    60 Main Street
    Farmington, CT 06032
    (860)409-3530
  • 19.Rank: #19
    Stuart Hall School
    Stuart Hall School Photo - Students at Stuart Hall School come from all over the nation and the world. Our community is built on mutual trust and academic inquiry, and we seek to develop the personal character, honor, and creativity of each member of our school.
    (Episcopal)
    (10)
    1844
    Grades: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    235 West Frederick Street
    Staunton, VA 24401
    (540)213-3746
  • 20.Rank: #20
    Tilton School
    Tilton School Photo - Beyond the academic requirement in art, all Tilton students have opportunities to gain significant experience in creative and cultural arts.
    (1)
    1845
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    30 School Street
    Tilton, NH 03276
    (603)286-1733
  • 21.Rank: #21
    Proctor Academy
    Proctor Academy Photo - Proctor`s campus includes over forty-five buildings, twenty small dormitories, its own privately owned and operated ski hill, state of the art classrooms and art facilities, 3,000 acres of forest and ponds surrounding beautiful natural and synthetic playing fields that are tucked against Ragged Mountain`s south slope.
    (10)
    1848
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    204 Main Street - P.O. Box 500
    Andover, NH 03216
    (603)735-6652
  • 22.Rank: #22
    Grier School
    Grier School Photo
    All-Girls 
    (5)
    1853
    Grades: 7-12, PG
    2522 Grier School Road
    Tyrone, PA 16686
    (814)684-3000
  • 23.Rank: #23
    Saint Stanislaus High School
    Saint Stanislaus High School Photo - Mr. Anderson's chemistry class gets to perform cool experiments!
    All-Boys  (Catholic)
    1854
    Grades: 7-12
    304 S. Beach Blvd.
    Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
    (228)467-9057
  • 24.Rank: #24
    Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA)
    Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA) Photo - For families seeking the right college preparatory high school, MH-MA sets the standard in providing the academic environment with the level of support and structure necessary for student success. A proven approach - rooted in the Catholic faith and Midwestern values - of academic advancement and personal development that challenges and inspires each individual student.
    (Catholic)
    1863
    Grades: 9-12
    1000 Green St.
    Atchison, KS 66002
    (913)367-5482
  • 25.-26.Rank: #25-26
    Cushing Academy
    Cushing Academy Photo - Main Building
    (2)
    1865
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    39 School Street, P.O. Box 8000
    Ashburnham, MA 01430
    (978)827-7300
  • 25.-26.Rank: #25-26
    St. Mark's School
    St. Mark's School Photo - St. Mark's School
    (Episcopal)
    (7)
    1865

    Grades: 9-12
    25 Marlboro Road
    Southborough, MA 01772
    (508)786-6118
  • 27.Rank: #27
    St. Andrew's-Sewanee School
    St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - One of the South's Most Beautiful High Schools, as chosen by Southern Living magazine, the school's 550-acre campus, including forests, bluffs and two lakes, offers abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. A school farm, on-going wetlands study, and LEED Gold science building are just a few of the ways our campus also serves as learning lab.
    (Episcopal)
    (6)
    1868
    Grades: 8-12 | 6-12 (day)
    290 Quintard Rd.
    Sewanee, TN 37375
    (931)598-5651
  • 28.Rank: #28
    The Webb School
    The Webb School Photo - Webb students can enjoy class outside on the beautiful, 150 acre, campus.
    (10)
    1870
    Grades: 7-12 | 6-12 (day)
    319 Webb Road East
    Bell Buckle, TN 37020
    (931)389-6003
  • 29.Rank: #29
    Stanstead College
    Stanstead College Photo
    (2)
    1872
    Grades: 7-12
    450 Dufferein
    Stanstead, Canada 05830
    (819)876-2223
  • 30.-31.Rank: #30-31
    Perkiomen School
    Perkiomen School Photo - Kriebel Hall
    (1)
    1875
    Grades: 6-12, PG
    200 Seminary Street
    Pennsburg, PA 18073
    (215)679-9511
  • 30.-31.Rank: #30-31
    Wasatch Academy
    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.
    (4)
    1875

    Grades: 8-12, PG
    120 South 100 West
    Mt. Pleasant, UT 84647
    (435)462-1400
  • 32.Rank: #32
    Vermont Academy
    Vermont Academy Photo - Vermont Academy students are curious and adventurous. They are innovators and tinkerers. They feel free to take risks and try new things.
    (1)
    1876
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    10 Long Walk
    Saxtons River, VT 05154
    (802)869-6229
  • 33.Rank: #33
    Rothesay Netherwood School
    Rothesay Netherwood School Photo - Rothesay Netherwood School has a 200 acre scenic campus, located on the beautiful Kennebecasis River
    1877
    Grades: 6-12
    40 College Hill Road
    Rothesay, New Brunswick, Canada E2E 5H1
    (506)847-8224
  • 34.-35.Rank: #34-35
    Holderness School
    Holderness School Photo - Our alumni consistently tell us that our student run Job Program was formative for their future success, noting proudly that they were supervisors, event planners, and project managers before they even graduated high school.
    (Episcopal)
    (8)
    1879
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 1879
    Plymouth, NH 03264
    (603)536-1747
  • 34.-35.Rank: #34-35
    Lakefield College School
    Lakefield College School Photo - "Not one day passes without thinking back on my time at LCS. Because of my experience, I studied at top universities in England, my Bachelors at Warwick Business School and my Masters at Cass Business School, securing my first "real" job at Rothschild. LCS recognized and realized a potential in me that I didn't know I had. LCS ALUMNUS
    (Anglican)
    (1)
    1879

    Grades: 9-12
    4391 County Rd. 29
    Lakefield, Canada K0L2H0
    (705)652-3324
  • 36.-38.Rank: #36-38
    Annie Wright Schools
    Annie Wright Schools Photo - Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools are nestled in the beautiful North End neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington, overlooking the Puget Sound. Our historic campus includes an indoor pool, two gyms, science and technology labs, art and music studios, theater, outdoor gardens, play areas, athletic fields and open spaces.
    (4)
    1884
    Grades: 9-12
    827 N. Tacoma Avenue
    Tacoma, WA 98403
    (253)284-8600
  • 36.-38.Rank: #36-38
    Groton School
    (Episcopal)
    (19)
    1884

    Grades: 8-12
    282 Farmers Row, Box 991
    Groton, MA 01450
    (978)448-7510
  • 36.-38.Rank: #36-38
    St. John's Northwestern Military Academy
    St. John's Northwestern Military Academy Photo - Leadership training is one of the cornerstones of cadet life at SJNMA. The goal of the Academy is to prepare each of our cadets for success in life by instilling in them a solid work ethic, an understanding of the value of integrity and teamwork, and the ability to think critically, communicate well, and function in a diverse and ever-changing world.
    (Episcopal)
    (4)
    1884

    Grades: 7-12
    1101 Genesee Street
    Delafield, WI 53018
  • 39.Rank: #39
    The Cambridge School of Weston
    The Cambridge School of Weston Photo - With over 250 courses to choose from, our dynamic curriculum allows students to balance engaging foundational courses with exploration and in-depth study as they choose from offerings like: "Multivariable Calculus," "The Biology of Cancer," "Wearable Art," "Japanese Women Writers," and "U.S. Cold War and Vietnam."
    (15)
    1886
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    45 Georgian Road
    Weston, MA 02493
    (781)642-8650
  • 40.-41.Rank: #40-41
    The Kiski School
    The Kiski School Photo - The Swank Student Center
    All-Boys 
    1888
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    1888 Brett Lane
    Saltsburg, PA 15681
    (724)639-8035
  • 40.-41.Rank: #40-41
    Westminster School
    Westminster School Photo - Gund Reading Room in the Cole Library, a stunning place to study, meet and hold events.
    (8)
    1888

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    995 Hopmeadow Street
    Simsbury, CT 06070
    (860)408-3060
  • 42.-44.Rank: #42-44
    Missouri Military Academy
    Missouri Military Academy Photo - Established in 1889, Missouri Military Academy has transformed young men into leaders who are well-educated, prepared gentlemen of character. Our long history and distinct traditions inspire a sense of pride and duty among the young men who seek to fulfill their potential at MMA.
    All-Boys 
    (3)
    1889
    Grades: 7-12, PG
    204 Grand Street
    Mexico, MO 65265
    (573)581-1776
  • 42.-44.Rank: #42-44
    The Thacher School
    The Thacher School Photo - "Education is not merely the making of scholars. It is the making of men and women. It is the training of the younger generation in the art of living for their own greatest good and the greatest good of their fellow citizens." -Sherman Day Thacher
    (25)
    1889

    Grades: 9-12
    5025 Thacher Road
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805)640-3210
  • 42.-44.Rank: #42-44
    Woodberry Forest School
    Woodberry Forest School Photo
    All-Boys 
    (2)
    1889

    Grades: 9-12
    241 Woodberry Station
    Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
    (888)798-9371
  • 45.Rank: #45
    The MacDuffie School
    The MacDuffie School Photo - Aerial view of MacDuffie's 250 acre campus
    1890
    Grades: 6-12, PG
    66 School Street
    Granby, MA 01033
    (413)255-0000
  • 46.Rank: #46
    St. Bernard Preparatory School
    St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo - The Abbey church is located at the center of campus. The location of the church is no accident, as the rich Benedictine tradition, which spans 1500 years, is central to all facets of the St. Bernard experience.
    (Catholic)
    1891
    Grades: 7-12
    1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
    Cullman, AL 35055
    (256)255-5890
  • 47.-48.Rank: #47-48
    Camden Military Academy
    Camden Military Academy Photo - A Proud Family!
    All-Boys 
    (10)
    1892
    Grades: 7-12, PG
    520 Hwy. 1 North
    Camden, SC 29020
    (800)948-6291
  • 47.-48.Rank: #47-48
    Randolph-Macon Academy
    Randolph-Macon Academy Photo - Randolph-Macon Academy's Flight Program includes a drone class called Unmanned Flight Operations. Students finish with the knowledge base for the FAA exam so they can obtain their commercial drone license if they so desire. This class is just one of the innovative offerings at R-MA.
    (United Methodist)
    (4)
    1892

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    200 Academy Drive
    Front Royal, VA 22630
    (540)636-5484
  • 49.-50.Rank: #49-50
    St. Andrew's School
    St. Andrew's School Photo - Margot's House
    (1)
    1893
    Grades: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
    63 Federal Road
    Barrington, RI 02806
    (401)246-1230
  • 49.-50.Rank: #49-50
    Walnut Hill School for the Arts
    Walnut Hill School for the Arts Photo
    (3)
    1893

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    12 Highland Street
    Natick, MA 01760
    (508)650-5020
  • 51.Rank: #51
    Pomfret School
    Pomfret School Photo
    (8)
    1894
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 128, 398 Pomfret Street
    Pomfret, CT 06258
    (860)963-6120
  • 52.Rank: #52
    St. George's School
    St. George's School Photo - Our 125-acre campus is on a hilltop overlooking the ocean.
    (Episcopal)
    (1)
    1896
    Grades: 9-12
    P.O. Box 1910
    Newport, RI 02840
    (401)842-6600
  • 53.-54.Rank: #53-54
    Fork Union Military Academy
    Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.
    All-Boys  (Baptist)
    (6)
    1898
    Grades: 7-12, PG
    P.O. 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
    Fork Union, VA 23055
    (800)462-3862
  • 53.-54.Rank: #53-54
    Miss Hall's School
    Miss Hall's School Photo - The Athletic Department at Miss Hall's instills in student-athletes the values of fitness, teamwork, and competition while inspiring each girl to master physical skills, envision her potential, strive to attain goals, build confidence, and experience the power of community pride.
    All-Girls 
    (3)
    1898

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    492 Holmes Road, PO Box 1166
    Pittsfield, MA 01201
    (413)499-1300
  • 55.-56.Rank: #55-56
    Asheville School
    Asheville School Photo - Boyd Chapel. Our Core Values are perseverance, integrity, respect, and compassion.
    (4)
    1900
    Grades: 9-12
    360 Asheville School Rd.
    Asheville, NC 28806
    (828)254-6345
  • 55.-56.Rank: #55-56
    Christ School
    Christ School Photo
    All-Boys  (Episcopal)
    1900

    Grades: 8-12
    500 Christ School Road
    Asheville, NC 28704
    (828)684-6232
  • 57.Rank: #57
    Salisbury School
    Salisbury School Photo - Salisbury School Dinning Hall
    All-Boys 
    (2)
    1901
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    251 Canaan Road
    Salisbury, CT 06068
    (860)435-5732
  • 58.Rank: #58
    The Madeira School
    The Madeira School Photo - Madeira's 376-acre campus in McLean, Virginia, overlooks the Potomac River from a perch just 12 miles northwest of Washington, D.C.
    All-Girls 
    (2)
    1906
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    8328 Georgetown Pike
    McLean, VA 22102-1200
    (703)556-8273
  • 59.-61.Rank: #59-61
    Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
    Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart Photo - Situated on 19 acres, the Forest Ridge campus is home to 9 different buildings, including the Lee Theatre and Performing Arts Center and Shumway Field. In 2006, the school added a new High School building and Sacred Heart Center.
    All-Girls  (Catholic)
    1907
    Grades: 9-12, PG | 5-12, PG (day)
    4800 139th Avenue SE
    Bellevue, WA 98006
    (425)641-0700
  • 59.-61.Rank: #59-61
    San Marcos Academy
    San Marcos Academy Photo - Spirit and tradition are always alive at SMA.
    (Baptist)
    1907

    Grades: 6-12 | K-12 (day)
    2801 Ranch Road 12
    San Marcos, TX 78666
    (800)428-5120
  • 59.-61.Rank: #59-61
    Trinity-Pawling School
    Trinity-Pawling School Photo - We teach our art classes in a step-by-step manner-how to match pitch, to throw a pot, to draw a line. Even if you think you're not artistic, you'll build on these skills over time so you can develop your own creativity and awaken the artist in you.
    All-Boys  (Episcopal)
    1907

    Grades: 8-12, PG | 7-12, PG (day)
    700 Route 22
    Pawling, NY 12564
    (845)855-4825
  • 62.-63.Rank: #62-63
    Army and Navy Academy
    Army and Navy Academy Photo
    All-Boys 
    (4)
    1910
    Grades: 7-12
    2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
    Carlsbad, CA 92008
    (888)762-2338
  • 62.-63.Rank: #62-63
    Cate School
    Cate School Photo - Day Walk
    (14)
    1910

    Grades: 9-12
    1960 Cate Mesa Road, P.O. Box 5005
    Carpinteria, CA 93013
    (805)684-4127
  • 64.-66.Rank: #64-66
    Cotter Schools
    Cotter Schools Photo - Successful math team - Cotter Schools has placed first or second in State competition the last 20 years!
    (Catholic)
    (2)
    1911
    Grades: 7-12
    1115 West Broadway Street
    Winona, MN 55987
    (507)453-5113
  • 64.-66.Rank: #64-66
    The Ethel Walker School
    The Ethel Walker School Photo
    All-Girls 
    1911

    Grades: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
    230 Bushy Hill Road
    Simsbury, CT 06070
    (860)408-4200
  • 64.-66.Rank: #64-66
    Ojai Valley School
    Ojai Valley School Photo - OVS students enjoy time hanging out with friends on the 195-acre high school campus, located in a stunning canyon overlooking the Ojai Valley. Throughout the year, student life is punctuated with fun events to balance the academic schedule. These include camping trips, prom and other socials, themed dress days, community service projects, and countless weekend excursions.
    (1)
    1911

    Grades: 3-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    723 El Paseo Road
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805)646-1423
  • 67.Rank: #67
    Canterbury School
    Canterbury School Photo - Canterbury's student to teacher ratio is 11:1. The curriculum is extensive.
    (Catholic)
    (1)
    1915
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    101 Aspetuck Avenue
    New Milford, CT 06776
    (860)210-3832
  • 68.Rank: #68
    Virginia Episcopal School
    Virginia Episcopal School Photo - Freshman English class with Katie Markunas
    (Episcopal)
    (7)
    1916
    Grades: 9-12
    400 VES Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
    (434)385-3607
  • 69.Rank: #69
    The Rectory School
    The Rectory School Photo - Our girls are competitors in soccer, softball, cross-country, fencing, basketball, ice hockey, lacrosse, equestrian, tennis, and golf.
    (2)
    1920
    Grades: 5-9 | Pre-K-9 (day)
    P.O. Box 68 528 Pomfret Street
    Pomfret, CT 06258
    (860)928-1328
  • 70.Rank: #70
    Christchurch School
    Christchurch School Photo - "Set your course at the river. " Established in the Episcopal tradition, Christchurch is inclusive, welcoming students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.
    (Episcopal)
    (4)
    1921
    Grades: 9-12
    49 Seahorse Lane
    Christchurch, VA 23031
    (804)758-2306
  • 71.-73.Rank: #71-73
    Concord Academy
    Concord Academy Photo - Elizabeth B. Hall Chapel is a frequent gathering place for the CA community, particularly for Senior Chapel Talks that begin three or four of our mornings every week.
    (8)
    1922
    Grades: 9-12
    166 Main Street
    Concord, MA 01742
    (978)402-2250
  • 71.-73.Rank: #71-73
    Eaglebrook School
    Eaglebrook School Photo - At the heart of the school is the shared life of teachers, their families, and boys working together. This is the common room of Halsted House, one of five dormitories on campus.
    All-Boys 
    (1)
    1922

    Grades: 6-9
    271 Pine Nook Road, P.O. Box 7
    Deerfield, MA 01342
    (413)774-9111
  • 71.-73.Rank: #71-73
    Indian Mountain School
    Indian Mountain School Photo - Indian Mountain School
    1922

    Grades: 5-9 | Pre-K-9 (day)
    211 Indian Mountain Road
    Lakeville, CT 06039
    (435)480-0871
  • 74.Rank: #74
    Villanova Preparatory School
    Villanova Preparatory School Photo - Founded in 1924, Villanova Prep is the only Catholic boarding school in the Augustinian tradition. In this supportive environment steeped in Catholic values, students are comfortable taking risks and learning more about themselves throughout their Villanova experience.
    (Catholic)
    (1)
    1924
    Grades: 9-12
    12096 N. Ventura Ave
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805)646-1464
  • 75.-76.Rank: #75-76
    The Bement School
    The Bement School Photo
    1925
    Grades: 3-9 | K-9 (day)
    94 Old Main Street, PO Box 8
    Deerfield, MA 01342
    (413)774-4209
  • 75.-76.Rank: #75-76
    Solebury School
    Solebury School Photo - Solebury School's music program includes a chorus, rock band, and instrumental and jazz ensembles. A block of time is carved out of the school schedule each day for students to pursue their music interests.
    (4)
    1925

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    6832 Phillips Mill Road
    New Hope, PA 18938
    (215)862-5261
  • 77.-80.Rank: #77-80
    Brooks School
    Brooks School Photo - Come visit our beautiful 251 acre campus located on the shores of Lake Cochichewick.
    (Episcopal)
    (10)
    1926
    Grades: 9-12
    1160 Great Pond Road
    North Andover, MA 01845
    (978)725-6272
  • 77.-80.Rank: #77-80
    Marianapolis Preparatory School
    Marianapolis Preparatory School Photo - St. Albert's dormitory
    (Catholic)
    1926

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    26 Chase Road
    Thompson, CT 06277
    (860)923-9245
  • 77.-80.Rank: #77-80
    Portsmouth Abbey School
    Portsmouth Abbey School Photo
    (Catholic)
    (5)
    1926

    Grades: 9-12
    285 Cory's Lane
    Portsmouth, RI 02871
    (401)643-1248
  • 77.-80.Rank: #77-80
    The Winchendon School
    The Winchendon School Photo - Winchendon scores!
    (2)
    1926

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    172 Ash Street
    Winchendon, MA 01475
    (978)297-4476
  • 81.Rank: #81
    Valley Forge Military Academy
    Valley Forge Military Academy Photo - VFMA offers college preparatory academics, credentialed faculty, competitive PIAA athletics, and individual attention, providing cadets with an environment focused on their academic success.
    All-Boys 
    (2)
    1928
    Grades: 7-12
    1001 Eagle Road
    Wayne, PA 19087
    (610)989-1200
  • 82.Rank: #82
    St. Andrew's School, DE
    St. Andrew's School, DE Photo - Founders Hall
    (Episcopal)
    (13)
    1929
    Grades: 9-12
    350 Noxontown Road
    Middletown, DE 19709
    (302)285-4231
  • 83.-84.Rank: #83-84
    Forman School
    Forman School Photo - Forman has a total of 13 dormitories on campus. The majority (85%) of students are boarders, but day students are invited to participate fully in evening study halls, meals, social events and other campus activities.
    (6)
    1930
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    12 Norfolk Road, P.O. Box 80
    Litchfield, CT 06759
    (860)567-1802
  • 83.-84.Rank: #83-84
    Fountain Valley School of Colorado
    Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Fountain Valley School from the sky. Drone photo taken by Max Seigal FVS '06.
    (3)
    1930

    Grades: 9-12
    6155 Fountain Valley School Road
    Colorado Springs, CO 80911
    (719)391-5251
  • 85.Rank: #85
    Millbrook School
    Millbrook School Photo - Millbrook's 800-acre campus is expansive yet intimate, traditional yet contemporary. The tranquil setting inspires life-changing ideas, while the energy and resources of nearby New York City are a natural extension of our classrooms. We are in the midst of the bountiful Hudson Valley, yet the commuter rail to NYC is just 5 miles from campus.
    (4)
    1931
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    131 Millbrook School Road
    Millbrook, NY 12545
    (845)677-8261
  • 86.Rank: #86
    Admiral Farragut Academy
    (8)
    1933
    Grades: 8-12
    501 Park Street North
    St. Petersburg, FL 33710
    (727)384-5500
  • 87.-88.Rank: #87-88
    Hillcrest Academy
    Hillcrest Academy Photo - Graduation is a capstone event with a century-old tradition of singing the class song on the front steps as a final launching point for the Senior class.
    (2)
    1935
    Grades: 9-12
    610 Hillcrest Dr.
    Fergus Falls, MN 56537
    (218)739-3371
  • 87.-88.Rank: #87-88
    The Putney School
    The Putney School Photo - The Putney School is located on a working dairy farm. We value the dignity and relevance of physical work, which shows through our Work Program. Students carry out daily chores, collaborate in teams, learn skills, and sometimes lead crews various areas: Barn, Kitchen, Land-Use, Dining & Maintenance.
    (13)
    1935

    Grades: 9-12
    418 Houghton Brook Road
    Putney, VT 05346
    (802)387-6219
  • 89.Rank: #89
    Cardigan Mountain School
    Cardigan Mountain School Photo - Digital Arts Media Lab
    All-Boys 
    1945
    Grades: 6-9
    62 Alumni Drive
    Canaan, NH 03741
    (603)523-3548
  • 90.Rank: #90
    Hawai'i Preparatory Academy
    Hawai'i Preparatory Academy Photo - The HPA football team plays schools on island and across the state.
    (4)
    1949
    Grades: 9-12, PG | K-12, PG (day)
    65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road
    Kamuela, HI 96743
    (808)881-4321
  • 91.Rank: #91
    Santa Catalina School
    Santa Catalina School Photo - Volleyball in the Gym
    All-Girls  (Catholic)
    (1)
    1950
    Grades: 9-12
    1500 Mark Thomas Drive
    Monterey, CA 93940
    (831)655-9356
  • 92.-93.Rank: #92-93
    Dunn School
    Dunn School Photo - The STEM quad at Dunn, housing the math classrooms, tinker space, makers lab and more.
    1957
    Grades: 8-12 | 6-12 (day)
    P.O. Box 98, 2555 W. Highway 154
    Los Olivos, CA 93441
    (800)287-9197
  • 92.-93.Rank: #92-93
    Woodside Priory School (Priory)
    Woodside Priory School (Priory) Photo - Weekend activities are planned by both students and the Residential Faculty. These activities expose the students to various opportunities in and around the Bay Area. Past activities have included ski trips, rockclimbing, sea kayaking, surfing, museums, concerts, camping, shopping, movies, bowling, beach trips, and pro or college sports games.
    (Catholic)
    (2)
    1957

    Grades: 9-12 | 6-12 (day)
    302 Portola Road
    Portola Valley, CA 94028
    (650)851-8223
  • 94.Rank: #94
    Leysin American School in Switzerland (LAS)
    Leysin American School in Switzerland (LAS) Photo - Belle Epoque Campus
    1961
    Grades: 7-12, PG
    Chemin de la Source
    Leysin, Switzerland 1854
    0041244934888
  • 95.Rank: #95
    St. Stephen's School
    St. Stephen's School Photo - St. Stephen's is in a historical palazzo in the very heart of ancient Rome
    1964
    Grades: 9-12, PG
    Via Aventina 3
    Rome, Italy 00153
    0039065750605
  • 96.Rank: #96
    Marine Military Academy
    Marine Military Academy Photo - All Marine Military Academy (MMA)Cadets participate in public parades held throughout the year. All parades are held on the MMA Parade Grounds directly adjacent to the Iwo Jima Monument, located at 320 Iwo Jima Boulevard in Harlingen, next to Valley International Airport. MMA’s Honor Band and Silent Drill Team performs at most parades with the exception of summer camp and introductory training graduations.
    All-Boys 
    1965
    Grades: 7-12, PG
    320 Iwo Jima Blvd
    Harlingen, TX 78550
  • 97.Rank: #97
    Eagle Hill School
    Eagle Hill School Photo - Traditional New England Boarding School
    (2)
    1967
    Grades: 8-12
    P.O. Box 116 , 242 Old Petersham Road
    Hardwick, MA 01037
    (413)477-6000
  • 98.-99.Rank: #98-99
    Mount Michael Benedictine School
    Mount Michael Benedictine School Photo - Mount Michael Benedictine School
    All-Boys  (Catholic)
    1970
    Grades: 9-12
    22520 Mount Michael Road
    Elkhorn, NE 68022
    (402)238-1457
  • 98.-99.Rank: #98-99
    The Salisbury School
    The Salisbury School Photo
    1970

    Grades: 9-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day)
    6279 Hobbs Road
    Salisbury, MD 21804
    (410)742-4464
  • 100.-101.Rank: #100-101
    Delphian School
    Delphian School Photo - Delphian is located just one hour from Portland, OR. on a large 720 acre wooded campus. The residential community is in constant motion, alive with students from all around the world.
    (17)
    1976
    Grades: 5-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    20950 SW Rock Creek Road
    Sheridan, OR 97378
    (503)843-3521
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