High Mowing School vs. The Derryfield School
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High Mowing School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
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The Derryfield School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
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Overview
High Mowing School is a Waldorf preK through grade 12 boarding and day school with students from the United States and abroad.
Developing rigorous, imaginative thinking is at the core of the High Mowing math, science and humanities courses.
In addition, students have the opportunity to participate in a wide selection of studio and performing arts, digital arts, naturalist courses, sports and other engaging activities.
Our goal is to help young adults go out into the world possessed of a certain surety, an inner balance and confidence, along with academic knowledge and practical skills to meet life and its infinite possibilities.
Inspired by a love and respect for the highest potential in each human being, High Mowing School awakens capacities of creativity, intellect, compassion, and the will to make life choices with integrity and responsibility. Working from the ideals of Waldorf education, adapted to the needs of the American soul and spirit, we deeply value our natural environment and New England campus; beauty and simplicity; the uniqueness of each individual; the truth, beauty, and goodness of knowledge; the artistry and creativity that harmonizes all that we experience; finishing each task we begin; and passion for all that lives.
For over 50 years, students in grades 6 through 12 at The Derryfield School have been thriving in an educational environment where character development parallels the acquisition of 21st-century skills.
The Derryfield School provides a welcoming culture where students feel truly known, engaged, and academically challenged. Think you can`t afford a Derryfield education? A Derryfield education is accessible through a range of tuition levels matched to a family`s unique financial profile, as well as non-need-based merit scholarships.
Buses are offered throughout the region. For more information, visit www.derryfield.org.
Grades Offered
PK-12
6-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences, evaluated on an individual basis
n/a
Year Founded
1942
1964
Students Body
Total Students
361 students
389 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
29%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
17
-
Kindergarten Students
44
-
Grade 1 Students
20
-
Grade 2 Students
14
-
Grade 3 Students
26
-
Grade 4 Students
14
-
Grade 5 Students
18
-
Grade 6 Students
26
34
Grade 7 Students
20
34
Grade 8 Students
19
46
Grade 9 Students
30
67
Grade 10 Students
34
69
Grade 11 Students
33
73
Grade 12 Students
46
66
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
56 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
70%
80%
Average Class Size
22
15
Number of AP Classes
n/a
14
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:7
1:7
Average SAT score
n/a
1242
Average ACT score
n/a
30
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$38,658
$43,650
Tuition Notes
Add $19,800 for room and boarding
Grades 1-8 Tuition: $17,900
The Derryfield School commits to ensuring
access to an independent school education by
bridging the gap between family resources and
educational expenses through our need-based
Equitable Tuition program. We provide over $3.5
million annually in need-based assistance to
students.
% on Financial Aid
48%
39%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$28,224
Acceptance Rate
n/a
57%
Admissions Director
Sabrina Morrissey
Alex Pratt
Admissions Associate
Emma Hamlin
Scott Wight
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
19
49
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
A Capella Choir, Archery, Biking, Chamber Music, Chess Club, Circus Arts, Cross Country Skiing, Downhill Skiing, French Club, Hiking, Literary Journal, Math/Science Club, Model United Nations, Open Studio, Poetry Out Loud, Student Council, Tennis, The Peace & Social Justice Cabin, Volleyball
All School School Council, Class Council, Middle School Art Club, Middle School Babysitter's Certificate Club, Middle School Chess Club, Middle School Community Service Club, Middle School Computer Club, Middle School Creator Space Club, Middle School Digital Derryfield Club, Middle School Everyday Object Engineering, Middle School Magic & Performance, Middle School Model United Nations, Middle School One Song Club, Middle School Rain or Shine Club (outdoor activities), Middle School Reading Club, Middle School Robotics, Middle School Writing Club, Middle School Zumba Club, PACTeam, RADS (Racial Awareness at The Derryfield School), Upper School Admission Ambassadors, Upper School Advancement Ambassadors, Upper School Amnesty International, Upper School Art Club, Upper School Astronomy Club, Upper School Chess Club, Upper School Chinese Culture Practice, Upper School Dungeons and Dragons, Upper School Encore (advanced singing group), Upper School Environmental Issues Club, Upper School Initium Committee (yearbook), Upper School Instrumental Ensemble, Upper School International Thespian Society, Upper School Investment Club, Upper School Key Club (community service), Upper School Latin Club, Upper School Math Team, Upper School MIT Launch Club, Upper School Mock Trial, Upper School Model United Nations, Upper School One Love, Upper School Outing Club, Upper School Robotics Club, Upper School Rock Climbing, Upper School Social Justice Club, Upper School Spirit Club, Upper School Volleyball, Upper School Weight Training, Upper School Yoga