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Darlington School

Rome, Georgia, USA
Co-Ed, No Religious Affiliation

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Darlington School, Rome, Ga., is a coeducational, college preparatory day and boarding school established in 1905. The school offers motivated students rigorous academics, numerous fine arts opportunities, and a competitive athletics program in a nurturing environment. Stretching for 500 acres, Darlington’s campus is nestled around a small lake in the foothills of the Lookout Mountain Range in Rome, Georgia, a medical center and college town 65 miles northwest of Atlanta. For more information about the school, visit www.darlingtonschool.org.

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1014 Cave Spring Road
Rome, Georgia, USA 30161

(706) 235-6051

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Director of Admissions: Matthew Peer
Admissions Phone:(706) 235-6051Toll-Free Admissions:(800) 368-4437Fax:706-236-0436
Email: [email protected] Website:
www.darlingtonschool.org


  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Application Fee: $50
  • International Application Fee: $100
  • Accepts SSAT Standard Application Online (SAO): Yes
  • Accepts Gateway to Prep Schools Application: No
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  • Founded: 1905
  • Campus Size: 500 acres
  • Grades Offered: kindergarten-12th
  • Accredited by: SACS, SAIS
Student Body
Boarding
Grades 9th-post-grad
Day
Grades kindergarten-12th
Total
Girls     80 266 346
Boys     96 278 374
Total     176 544 720

Tuition and Financial Aid
  • 7-Day Boarding: $49,690
  • 5-Day Boarding: N/A
  • Day Tuition Fee: $20,510
  • Payment Plans: Offered
  • Need-Based Aid: Offered
  • Students Receiving Aid: 52.00%
  • Average Awarded: $12,461
School Finances
  • Merit Scholarships: Offered
  • Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 6.50%
  • Average Merit Scholarship: $11,175
  • Current Endowment: $32,000,000
  • Per Student Endowment: $44,444
 

Summary: At Darlington, success is not measured by national averages. Instead, we emphasize the pursuit of individual excellence in a diverse learning environment. Our faculty members are committed to teaching all types of learners and they are constantly finding new ways to engage our students.

As a parent, you will find that daily communication is very important to us. Parents are able to view their child's grades and assignments at any time. This way, you can celebrate your child's successes in real time.

Average Class Size: 14

Full Time Teachers: 94

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 74.00%

Student/Teacher Ratio: 13:1

Academic Schedule: Semester

Number of Advanced Placement Courses Offered: 22

Advanced/Enrichment Programs
  • AP Courses
  • Post Graduate Year
Support Programs
  • ADD/ADHD Support
  • College Counseling
  • ESL: Beginning
  • ESL: Intermediate
  • ESL: Advanced
  • Evening Study Assistance
  • Learning Center
  • Learning Differences Support
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Study Skills Assistance
  • Subject Tutoring
  • Technology Center
English:
  • Classics
  • Honors
  • Literature
  • Poetry
History:
  • European History
  • Honors
  • United States History
  • World History
  • Government/Economics
  • World Religions
Foreign Languages:
  • French
  • Spanish
Religion/Philosophy:
  • World Religions
Humanities/Social Sciences:
  • Economics
  • Psychology
  • Global Issues
  • Philosophy and Thought
Sciences:
  • Anatomy
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Health
  • Physics
  • Zoology
Math:
  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Honors Math
  • Geometry
  • Probability
  • Statistics
  • Trigonometry
  • Pre-Calculus
Computer Studies:
  • Computer Applications
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Science
  • Web Design
  • A+ Certification
  • Intro to Computer Science
Music:
  • Band
  • Choral Music
  • Composition
  • Individual Instructions
  • Music Theory
  • Orchestra
  • Voice
  • Instrumental Music Conservatory
  • Guitar Ensemble
Performing/Visual Arts:
  • Acting
  • Art
  • Art History
  • Drama
  • Drawing
  • Film and Video
  • Graphic Design
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Portfolio
  • Publications
  • Studio Art
  • Theater Arts
Special Programs:
  • Community Service
Distinctive or New Programs:
  • Robotics/First Tech Challenge
    Global Studies
AP Courses Available:
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • Calculus BC
  • Chemistry
  • Macroeconomics
  • Microeconomics
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • Environmental Science
  • European History
  • Comparative Government & Politics
  • US Government & Politics
  • Music Theory
  • Physics B
  • Physics C
  • Psychology
  • Spanish Language
  • Spanish Literature
  • Statistics
  • Studio Art
  • US History
  • World History
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Summary: Darlington is much more than a school to our resident students in grades 9-12. It's home. Students live in one of six residential "houses," three for boys and three for girls, eached managed by a full-time head of house and faculty members who live on campus. This English-style house system is the backbone of Darlington's family-like atmosphere, encouraging the development of strong, lifelong student-faculty mentoring relationships.

Department Director: Jennifer Rundles

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 6

Average Students Per Dorm: 35

No. of Girls Dorms: 3

No. of Boys Dorms: 3

Dorm Amenities:

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Wireless Internet
  • Vending Machines

Dress Code: Uniform

Student Life

Facilities

  • All-weather track
  • Baseball field(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Fitness Center
  • Technology Center
  • Volleyball court(s)
  • Sand volleyball court(s)
  • Football field
  • Indoor basketball court(s)
  • Indoor pool
  • Running Trails

Clubs and Organizations

  • Amnesty International
  • Astronomy Club
  • Chess Club
  • Community Service
  • Diversity Club
  • Dorm Proctors
  • Environmental Club
  • FCA
  • Foreign Language Clubs
  • Honor Council
  • International Clubs
  • Literary Magazine
  • Math Club
  • National Honor Society
  • Newspaper
  • Peer Counseling
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Quiz Bowl
  • Science Bowl
  • Student Activities
  • Student Government
  • Student Publications
  • Weightlifting
  • Woodworking Club
  • Yearbook
  • Young Democrats
  • Young Republicans
  • Chess Club
  • Impact Club
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Summary: Darlington students develop an appreciation for the fine arts at an early age because we recognize that art education is a catalyst for increasing our students’ motivation and achievement across the curriculum. The Upper School offers five vocal ensembles,nine instrumental ensembles, including an or

Arts Department Director: Kim Tunnell

Athletics Department Director: Eddie Guth

Arts
  • A Cappella Group
  • Brass Ensemble
  • Chamber Orchestra
  • Choral Music
  • Drama Club
  • Glee Club
  • Guitar Ensemble
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Pep Band
  • Stage Band
  • String Ensemble
  • Tech Crew
  • Theater
  • Concert Choir
  • Steel Drum Band
Interscholastic Sports
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Crew
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Diving
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
Recreational Sports
  • Aerobics
  • Basketball
  • Camping
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Dance
  • Football
  • Outdoor Education
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Weight Lifting
 

Summary: Darlington's formal college guidance program begins in ninth grade, with two full-time college counselors and a team of college advisors who are committed to helping our students find schools where they will be happy and successful. Over a 100 colleges and universities visit our campus each year, providing an opportunity to explore the wide array of options available both nationally and internationally. We are proud to say that 100 percent of our graduates go on to college, and over the last five years our students have earned over $5.5 million in scholarships. The 121 graduates of the Class of 2011 received acceptances from 168 different colleges and universities and will attend 70 different colleges in 21 states and Spain.

Department Director: Samuel G. Moss

College Information

Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%

Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Emory University 9 graduates
Georgia Institute of Technology 20 graduates
Princeton University 4 graduates
UNC at Chapel Hill 7 graduates
University of Georgia 53 graduates
University of Mississippi 13 graduates

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores

25th percentile 75th percentile
Critical Reading 480 630
Mathematics 510 660
Writing 480 640

Notable Alumni

Wade Brannon (Class of 1979) Founder of Heavenly Ham Franchising Co.

Betsy Camp (Class of 1970) Former Owner of Camp Oil Co.

James L. Dickey III (Class of 1942) Author of "Deliverance"

Elson Floyd (Class of 1974) President of Washington State University

Jodi Marks (Class of 1986) Host of HGTV's "Fix it Up!"

Will Muschamp (Class of 1990) Defensive Coordinator at Auburn University

Stephen D. Potts (Class of 1948) Former Director of the Office of Government Ethics

Harold Shepherd (Class of 1946) Founder of The Shepherd Center

Cy Twombly (Class of 1947) Contemporary Artist

S. Ernest Vandiver Jr. (Class of 1936) Former Governor of Georgia


 

Summary: Darlington's summer programs support the school's mission of developing students with character. Through a broad range of activities and exceptional instruction, we encourage children to apply their talents, identify new interests, develop caring friendships, sharpen specific skills and build confidence in their ability to succeed. Our academic, artistic, athletic, specility and traditional camps offer a range of exciting age-appropriate activities designed to nurture campers, while challenging them with new experiences.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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