Stuart Hall School
Overview

Stuart Hall School, one of the oldest Episcopal Schools in the U.S., is a co-ed boarding school for students in Grades 8-12, located in Staunton, Virginia. Through our mastery learning program, students master the skills needed for life in high school and beyond. Rooted in the core competencies of Well-Being, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Citizenship, Collaboration, and Communication, our curriculum is designed to develop curious creative students who are ready to make lasting contributions to their community. Our project-based, placed-based learning approach develops students who are independent, motivated, resilient, and self-directed, and our holistic focus promotes physical, social, and emotional well-being. Outside the classroom, students can explore the small, safe town of Staunton and enjoy the rich arts, history and outdoor activities that the Shenandoah Valley offers.
Academics
Summary: 100% college placement Mastery Learning program
Department Director Sharon Young
Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Average Class Size: 12
Summer Programs: Not Offered
Full Time Teachers: 31
Number of AP Courses Offered: 15
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 1%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Noteworthy Information:
Dual Enrollment courses with Mary Baldwin College (MBC) and option to take cources at MBC.
English
- Creative Writing
- Honors
- Literature
- Playwriting
History
- European History
- Honors
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
Religion / Philosophy
- Moral Philosophy
- Philosophy
- World Religions
Sciences
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Physical Science
- Physics
Math
Computer Studies
- Computer Science
Music
- Choral Music
- Composition
- Music Appreciation
- Music History
- Music Theory
- Orchestra
Performing / Visual Arts
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Leadership
- Outdoor Education
Distinctive or New Programs
- C
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 8
Average Students Per Dorm: 15
Number of Girls Dorms: 6
Number of Boys Dorms: 2
Dorm Amenities
- Game Room
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Vending Machines
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
Kitchens
Student Life
Our Residence Life Program at Stuart Hall School takes the college-preparatory experience one step further by introducing students to campus living. Our students enjoy the freedom of living in a safe, small town where local coffee shops, restaurants, stores, farmers' markets, and other points of interest are just blocks away from our historic campus. In-town boarding provides a venue like no other to learn valuable skills of personal initiative, community living, and respect for local culture. While always maintaining the utmost standards for student safety and care, we encourage our boarders to both experience life beyond our campus boundaries and take part in the life of the School.
Facilities
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Technology Center
- Volleyball Court
Other Facilities
- Athletic Fields
Clubs & Organizations
- Astronomy Club
- Chess Club
- Community Service
- Computer Club
- Debate Club
- Dorm Proctors
- Environmental Club
- Food Council
- Honor Council
- Horseback Riding
- International Club
- Literary Magazine
- National Honor Society
- Newspaper
- Peer Tutoring
- Photography Club
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Student Publications
- Theater Club
- Yearbook
- Yoga Club
Arts & Athletics
Summary: Our location in Staunton, Virginia, means that Stuart Hall students have many opportunities to explore the arts. Students can display their original artwork in a local gallery, perform with professional actors on the stage of the Blackfriars' Playhouse, or attend a world-class strings concert with the Heifetz Institute.
Arts Department Director: Jeremy West
Athletics Department Director: John Duncan
Arts
Interscholastic Sports
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Golf
- Soccer
- Volleyball
Recreational Sports
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country Running
- Dance
- Golf
- Hiking
- Lacrosse
- Paddle Tennis
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Weight Lifting
Graduates
Summary: Our College Counseling program focuses on personal attention throughout the college process to help students and parents navigate what can often seem an overwhelming process. We get to know every student personally, meeting with them frequently and conferring regularly with their teachers and parents. Additionally, we encourage students to engage in a process of self-discovery through self-inventory exercises, reflection, and introspection. Together, we build a customized application strategy for each student that takes into account their personality, passions, interests, and academic performance.
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 95%
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
---|---|---|---|
25th percentile | 490 | 480 | 500 |
75th percentile | 660 | 670 | 620 |
College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Notable Alumni
Juliette Gordon Low
Class of 1879
Founder of the Girl Scouts
Marijane Meeker
Class of 1945
Publishes as M.E. Kerr winner of the ALA Margaret Edwards Award
Annette Smith Parker
Class of 1969
Vice President Dickinson College
Anne McCaffrey
Class of 1944
Winner of both the Hugo and Nebula Awards
Denise Wooldridge
Class of 1976
An executive at Kraft Foods
Kelly Driscoll
Class of 1996
Alum of and Faculty of Rhode Island School of Design
Dejon Mayberry
Class of 1947
Speech writer for Pres. Gerald Ford
Quotes From Alumni
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 38
Total Day: 144
Total Enrollment: 182
Boys: 98
Girls: 84
Boarding Grades Offered: 8-12
Day Grades Offered: K-12
School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School
Dress Code: Casual
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: Rolling
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $49,500
5-Day Boarding: $39,500
Day Tuition Fee: $17,000
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 35%
Average Awarded: $4,800
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %
Average Merit Scholarship: $
Current Endowment Amount: $5,000,000
Contact
Director of Admissions: Samantha Hughes
Admissions Phone: 540 213 3726
Fax: 540 886 2275
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.stuarthallschool.org
Nearby Schools
- Fishburne Military School - 12mi / 19 km
- Miller School Of Albemarle - 23mi / 37 km
- Blue Ridge School - 29mi / 47 km
- St. Anne’s-Belfield School - 31mi / 51 km
- Fork Union Military Academy - 52mi / 83 km
- Woodberry Forest School - 53mi / 85 km






