Founded in 1886 and set in the beautiful White Mountains of northern New Hampshire, The White Mountain School is a gender-inclusive, college-preparatory boarding and day school for 125 students grades 9-12/PG. Our mission is to be a school of inquiry and engagement.
Grounded in an Episcopal heritage, White Mountain prepares and inspires students to lead lives of curiosity, courage, and compassion.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
We serve mild to moderate learning differences including ADHD and Executive Functioning deficits, academic anxiety, and diagnosed Learning Disabilities (e.g. reading disorder, math disorder).
Year Founded
1886
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP French Language, AP Human Geography, AP Spanish Language, AP Studio Art 2D Design, AP Studio Art 3D Design, AP Studio Art Drawing/Painting
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$65,000
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$34,000
Acceptance Rate
47%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Julie Bradley
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
29 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Astronomy, Chess, Citizenship, CitizensOfTheWorld, CommunityService, Electronics, International, Multi-Cultural, NHS, Robotics, Social, SpectrumAlliance, StudentCouncil, Sustainability, Theater, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
ACappella, Art, DigitalArtAndGraphicDesign, Environmental, InkAndPaper(LiteraryMagazine), Photography, Step
Recreational Athletic Programs:
FarmAndForest, HikingAndFitness, IndoorSoccer, Running, Ultimate, Yoga
Astronomy, Chess, Citizenship, CitizensOfTheWorld, CommunityService, Electronics, International, Multi-Cultural, NHS, Robotics, Social, SpectrumAlliance, StudentCouncil, Sustainability, Theater, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
ACappella, Art, DigitalArtAndGraphicDesign, Environmental, InkAndPaper(LiteraryMagazine), Photography, Step
Recreational Athletic Programs:
FarmAndForest, HikingAndFitness, IndoorSoccer, Running, Ultimate, Yoga
School Notes
We are a school of inquiry and engagement. Grounded in our
Episcopal heritage, we prepare and inspire students to lead lives
of curiosity, courage and compassion.
HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY
HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY
- Set among the beautiful mountains of northern New Hampshire, The White Mountain School is a college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12. Since our founding in 1886, we have remained true to the original focus of New England boarding schools: the development of mind, body and spirit. We develop the mind through our college preparatory curriculum and through a campus-wide ethos of inquiry and engagement in learning. We develop the body through sports and other physical activities, making full use of our spectacular natural setting. We develop the spirit through reflection, exploration of meaning and purpose, and service in the broader world. In the context of a traditional liberal arts curriculum, we engage students in authentic inquiry asking and pursuing questions that matter to them. This inquiry process not only leads to enduring learning, it helps students develop the skills and habits essential for academic success. Our students learn how to frame a question, how to find and evaluate research resources, how to synthesize information, and how to formulate an argument. They develop habits of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. In short, they become great learners.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The White Mountain School cost?
The White Mountain School's tuition is approximately $65,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The White Mountain School?
The acceptance rate of The White Mountain School is 47%, which is lower than the national average of 73%.
What sports does The White Mountain School offer?
The White Mountain School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Freestyle Skiing, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer and Tennis.
When is the application deadline for The White Mountain School?
The application deadline for The White Mountain School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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