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 have matriculated at top colleges and universities. Every year, 98-100% of our student are accepted for post-secondary study at colleges and universities of their choice, both in the United States and abroad.
Academics
Summary: Menaul School is committed to developing boarding students who demonstrate self-reliance, independence, and accountability while learning to appreciate diverse perspectives in a safe environment. Our boarding students are not only scholars; they are a member of a living and learning community. Lifelong friendships are formed and the responsibility of everyday life is placed squarely on their shoulders. Students live in dorms, manage their use of their time, and are accountable for their actions. This combination of enjoyment and responsibility transforms boys and girls into young men and women prepared to handle the entirety of their university experience. Students learn to balance structured and unstructured time. They also get the priceless advantage of friendships based on time spent far beyond the classrooms and hallways of their academic experience.
Department Director Troy Williamson
Student/Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Average Class Size: 14
Summer Programs: Offered
Full Time Teachers: 20
Number of AP Courses Offered: 0
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
History
- Classical History
- European History
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
- French
- Spanish
Religion / Philosophy
- Ethics
- Philosophy
- The Bible
- World Religions
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Economics
- Psychology
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Health
- Physics
Math
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Geometry
- Statistics
- Trigonometry
Computer Studies
- Computer Applications
- Computer Programming
- Computer Science
Music
- Band
- Choral Music
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
- Acting
- Art History
- Ceramics
- Drama
- Drawing
- Journalism
- Photography
- Pottery
- Production
- Publications
- Public Speaking
- Sculpture
- Studio Art
- 3-D Art
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Personal Finance
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Leadership
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 6
Average Students Per Dorm: 1
Number of Girls Dorms: 0
Number of Boys Dorms: 0
Dorm Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
Student Life
Besides living in a very cultural diverse environment, our students can opt to be part of our artist-in-residence program, any of our athletics teams or clubs. They receive learning support and college guidance. We also offer summer programs
Facilities
- Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Technology Center
- Volleyball Court
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
- Asian Club
- Chess Club
- Drama Club
- Fencing Club
- Gardening Club
- Horseback Riding
- International Club
- Math Club
- National Honor Society
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Theater Club
- Yoga Club
Arts & Athletics
Arts Department Director: Cindy Crockett
Athletics Department Director: Gary Boatman
Notable Achievements: 1A District 2 Championship 2011 Bugg Light Tournament and Bean Valley champ. 1A District 2 fielding Varsity/Junior Varsity squ
Arts
- Acting
- Art History
- Ceramics
- Drama
- Drawing
- Journalism
- Photography
- Pottery
- Production
- Publications
- Public Speaking
- Sculpture
- Studio Art
- 3-D Art
Interscholastic Sports
Recreational Sports
- Alpine Skiing
- Cheerleading
- 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 Notre Dame, Purdue University, Kings College (London), Penn State, Pepperdine, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Tufts University, Trinity University, and Coe College. 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: 98%
| Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | |||
| 75th percentile |
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 36
Total Day: 168
Total Enrollment: 204
Boys: 104
Girls: 100
Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12
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: $37,600
5-Day Boarding: $21,000
Day Tuition Fee: $16,000
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
