Menaul School
Albuquerque
New Mexico
United States
Overview
Founded in 1896, Menaul School is an International Independent day and boarding school located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. The school serves grades 6 to 12 and has approximately 200 students. With a combination of academic rigor, highly-personalized educational support, and a focus on college preparation, Menaul School challenges students academically and shapes them into dynamic, balanced, critical-thinking individuals. Menaul School holds an historic position in the state of New Mexico's educational foundations. Situated in a park-like setting in the heart of Albuquerque, Menaul School has easy access to shopping, movies, restaurants, museums. The bus line runs in front of the school, and rail and air transportation is within 5 minutes. Menaul is close to such learning resources and institutions as the Sandia Laboratory, University of New Mexico, Los Alamos Lab, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology and numerous high technology and biotechnology firms. Close at hand are other renowned cultural and recreational resources such as the Sandia Wilderness, Rio Grande bosque, Santa Fe, Taos and millions of acres of protected national forest. The joy of learning, sharing, teaching, and giving all within a supportive and unified structure, creates the perfect atmosphere for the development of exceptional citizens. Our team of committed staff, administrators and faculty are not only present each day in the classroom but they are coaches, role models and advisers. In an atmosphere of encouragement and support, students are given clear expectations and positive modeling that helps to instill a passion for learning and responsible living. Our college preparatory curriculum is designed to build the skills necessary for the demanding program of university and post-secondary study. In concert with the school's overall mission and values, the athletic department is aimed at promoting lifetime health and fitness. The music, art and drama programs provide an inspiring and safe place to develop artistic expression and individual talents in first rate facilities. Menaul School graduates matriculate at top colleges and universities. Every year, 99-100% of our student are accepted for post-secondary study at colleges and universities of their choice, both in the United States and abroad. Students who graduate with a diploma from Menaul School are automatically eligible for resident/local/in-state tuition prices at public universities in New Mexico (which can represent tuition savings of thousands of dollars each year).
Academics
Summary: Menaul School provides a rigorous college-preparatory, character-based curriculum that prepares students for the global community. Upper School provides meaningful courses that connect students’ lives with the larger community. Students from around the world learn and interact on a daily basis. Personalized college guidance helps each student find and select the best college and university that will meet their life goals and ambitions.
Department Director Christopher Ferrara
Student/Teacher Ratio: :
Average Class Size: 14
Summer Programs: Offered
Full Time Teachers: 25
Number of AP Courses Offered: 10
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 90%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Evening Study Assistance
- Learning Center
- Learning Differences Support
- Peer Tutoring
- Study Skills Assistance
- Subject Tutoring
English
- Classics
- Creative Writing
- Literature
- Playwriting
- Poetry
- Journalism
History
- Classical History
- European History
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
- Chinese-Mandarin
- Spanish
Religion / Philosophy
- Ethics
- Philosophy
- The Bible
- World Religions
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Economics
- Psychology
- Human Geography
- World Issues
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Health
- Physics
- Engineering
Math
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Geometry
- Statistics
- Trigonometry
- Pre-Calculus
Computer Studies
- Computer Applications
- Computer Programming
- Computer Science
Music
- Band
- Choral Music
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
- Acting
- Art History
- Ceramics
- Drama
- Drawing
- Journalism
- Painting
- Photography
- Pottery
- Production
- Publications
- Public Speaking
- Sculpture
- Studio Art
- 3-D Art
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Exchange Programs
- Personal Finance
- Independent Study
- Leadership
- Physical Education
- Student Council
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 2
Average Students Per Dorm: 22
Number of Girls Dorms: 1
Number of Boys Dorms: 1
Dorm Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Wireless Internet
- Refrigerator
Other Dorm Amenities
Student Life
Menaul School students have many opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations. In addition, activities are provided every weekend for boarding students. Examples include horseback riding, skiing, hot air ballooning, camping, white water rafting, hiking, trampoline park, rock climbing, movies, theater, excursions.
Facilities
- Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Football Field
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Technology Center
- Volleyball Court
- Soccer Field
- Weight Room
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
- Chess Club
- Community Service
- Debate Club
- Drama Club
- Environmental Club
- Fencing Club
- Gardening Club
- Horseback Riding
- International Club
- Math Club
- Model UN
- National Honor Society
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Theater Club
- Yearbook
- Yoga Club
- Outdoor Activities
Arts & Athletics
Arts Department Director: Cindy Crockett
Athletics Department Director: Gary Boatman
Arts
- Acting
- Art History
- Ceramics
- Drama
- Drawing
- Journalism
- Painting
- Photography
- Pottery
- Production
- Publications
- Public Speaking
- Sculpture
- Studio Art
- 3-D Art
Interscholastic Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Football
- Soccer
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Recreational Sports
- Alpine Skiing
- Cross Country Running
- Dance
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Rock Climbing
- Skateboarding
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Track and Field
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Weight Lifting
- Ice Skating
Graduates
Summary: The goal of the college counseling program at Menaul School is to discover good matches between students and colleges. Our college counselor partners with students and families to plan a course of action for each student as they complete their studies here and look forward to the transition to the college that is right for them. Recent Menaul graduates have been accepted to American University, Amherst, Purdue University, Kings College (London), Penn State, Pepperdine, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Tufts University, Trinity University, and many other top universities. Menaul School’s college counseling program begins in a student’s freshman year. Each year the process intensifies as students are guided through SAT/ACT testing, applications, essays, college visits, and interviews with college representatives.
College Information
Precentage of graduates who attend college: 99%
| Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | |||
| 75th percentile |
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 44
Total Day: 156
Total Enrollment: 200
Boys: 101
Girls: 99
Boarding Grades Offered: 8-12
Day Grades Offered: 6-12
School Type: Middle, High School
Dress Code: Uniform
Applications Accepted: Contact School
Application Deadline: Rolling
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $41,500
5-Day Boarding: $31,089
Day Tuition Fee: $23,260
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Not Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 80%
Average Awarded: $15,000
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %
Average Merit Scholarship: $
Current Endowment Amount: $
Contact
Director of Admissions: Amy Boldt
Admissions Phone: 505-341-7250
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.menaulschool.org
Nearby Schools
- New Mexico Military Institute - 169mi / 271 km
- Fountain Valley School Of Colorado - 273mi / 439 km
- Colorado Rocky Mountain School - 299mi / 481 km
- Steamboat Mountain School - 375mi / 604 km
- Wasatch Academy - 405mi / 652 km
