West Nottingham Academy
West Nottingham Academy (WNA) is a college-preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 located between Baltimore and Philadelphia.
Founded in 1744, WNA is the oldest boarding school in America.
If you are searching for a close-knit and challenging school to prepare you for college and life, we invite you to learn more.
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- currently in high school I think the size makes it very unique. There are only about 130 students in the whole school which I thought sounded crazy at first, but really appreciated as time went by. You form really. . .
- Currently in High School At West Nottingham Academy the campus has a very "close knit" feeling. When attending WNA you get to know your peers, teachers and their families very quickly. I was a day student for two. . .
- None At West Nottingham Academy, students are required to fulfill two Culture Credits per trimester and fifteen hours of Service Learning per year.Culture Credits are fun weekend activities that students can sign up for that. . .
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West Nottingham Academy is listed among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 303 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity High percentage of international students
- Student Attention Small average class sizes
- School History Oldest founding date
| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | West Nottingham | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1744 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 100 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 68 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 33% | 25% |
| % International Students | 50% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 80% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1190 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 24 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (jeans or khakis and polo shirts) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 6 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 14 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $5 million | $23 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $52,500 | $59,000 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $19,800 | $32,600 |
| Tuition international students | $61,300 | $53,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $40,000 | $43,260 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 56% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 10 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 48% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 70% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Len Armstrong | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Jessica Ajitsingh | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 11 | 16 |
| Sports | Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 10 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Music Club, Phi Sigma Pi, Spartans & Athenians, United Nations Assembly, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: J.E.T.S., Lambda Alpha, Stage Crew Recreational Athletic Programs: Cheerleaders, Outdoor Adventure - Biking / Climbing | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- LD types supported: ADHD, ADD, Executive Functioning, language based, mild learning differences
- West Nottingham Academy accreditations: Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Samuel Finley - Founder of WNA and 5th president of Princeton University
- Benjamin Rush - Signer of the Declaration of Independence and prominent early physician
- Richard Stockton - Signer of the Declaration of Independence
- Ebenezer Hazzard - 1st United States Postmaster General
- William Shippen & John Morgan - Founders of the University of Pennsylvania Medical School
- Alexander Martin - Former governor of North Carolina
- Josh Boone - NCAA Champion (UCONN), Former NBA Player (Nets)
- Ross Cameron - President of Charms Candy
- Eric Fischl - World renowned artist and sculptor
- Taylor Crothers - Professional photographer, famous for working with the Dave Matthews Band and Phish
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