Stuart Hall School

Staunton
Virginia
United States

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

  • French
  • Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

  • Moral Philosophy
  • Philosophy
  • World Religions

Sciences

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Physical Science
  • Physics

Math

  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Geometry
  • Honors Math
  • Statistics
  • Trigonometry

Computer Studies

  • Computer Science

Music

  • Choral Music
  • Composition
  • Music Appreciation
  • Music History
  • Music Theory
  • Orchestra

Performing / Visual Arts

  • Acting
  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Design
  • Drawing
  • Fiber Arts
  • Painting
  • Portfolio
  • Publications
  • Sculpture
  • Stagecraft
  • Studio Art
  • Theater Arts
  • Theater Design
  • Theater History

Special Programs

  • Community Service
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Leadership
  • Outdoor Education

Distinctive or New Programs

College Composition And Introduction To Literature Course (duel Enrollment Course Through Mary Baldwin College No Additional Fee College Credit Given Through Mbc)

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

  • Acting
  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Design
  • Drawing
  • Fiber Arts
  • Painting
  • Portfolio
  • Publications
  • Sculpture
  • Stagecraft
  • Studio Art
  • Theater Arts
  • Theater Design
  • Theater History

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

Precentage 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:

Purdue University:
New York University:
Harvey Mudd College:
Duke University:
Cornell University:
College of William and Mary:

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

“In short it is the many and varied experiences one can have at Stuart Hall that shape us into the people we will become.”
-October Edwards, Class of 2009, Valedictorian Stuart Hall Class of 2006
“Stuart Hall is a learner's paradise.”
-Robin Day, Class of 2006, Double major Economics and Sociology UVa
“I arrived at Duke with assurance curiosity and a foundation that will serve me for life.”
-Katherine McIlwaine, Class of 2004, Graduate Duke University currently at Columbia Law School

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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

PO Box 210 235 West Frederick Street

Staunton, Virginia United States

540 213 3726

Director of Admissions: Samantha Hughes

Admissions Phone: 540 213 3726

Fax: 540 886 2275

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.stuarthallschool.org

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