The Linsly School

Wheeling
West Virginia
United States

Overview

An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. These wise words spoken by Ben Franklin reflect the firm tradition upon which Linsly was founded in 1814. Students inherit a love for learning from an enthusiastic, inspired faculty who teach a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. Our 65-acre campus, just one hour from Pittsburgh and two hours from Columbus, provides attractive facilities for diverse athletic and extracurricular activities. Core Values Mind and Body: We engage the whole student—intellectually, artistically, and athletically—through meaningful participation in a safe and nurturing environment. Intelligence and Character: We instill a growth mindset that sets our students on a lifelong journey of intellectual, character, and imaginative development. Individual and Community: We honor each student’s individual talents and interests in an educational community marked by dedicated teacher-mentors and learning collaborations. Teaching and Learning: We balance enduring and tested educational principles with research, innovations, and technologies. Outcomes and Expectations: We prepare students with the skills and knowledge to be successful. We impart leadership qualities, such as resilience, willingness to embrace challenge, integrity, confidence, and self-discipline.

Academics

Summary: The Linsly School promotes academic excellence, inspires lifelong learning, develops future leaders and emphasizes character development.

Department Director Penny Cunningham

Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1

Average Class Size: 13

Summer Programs: Not Offered

Full Time Teachers: 54

Number of AP Courses Offered: 11

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 55%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

  • Evening Study Assistance
  • Learning Center
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Study Skills Assistance
  • Subject Tutoring
  • Technology Center

English

  • Creative Writing

History

  • United States History
  • World History

Foreign Languages

    Humanities / Social Sciences

    • Economics

    Sciences

    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Environmental Science
    • Zoology

    Math

      Computer Studies

      • Multimedia
      • Computer Science
      • Graphic Design

      Music

      • Band
      • Choral Music
      • Music Appreciation

      Performing / Visual Arts

        Special Programs

        • Community Service
        • Outdoor Education

        Campus Life

        Dorm Life

        Number of Dorms: 4

        Average Students Per Dorm: 0

        Number of Girls Dorms: 2

        Number of Boys Dorms: 2

        Dorm Amenities

        • Game Room
        • Laundry Facilities
        • Lounge
        • Vending Machines
        • Wireless Internet

        Other Dorm Amenities

        Student Life

        LEARN.LEAD.LIVE LEARN with enthusiasm. LEAD by example. LIVE with integrity. As soon as you walk onto Linsly's beautiful campus as a member of our boarding community, you immediately become a member of the Linsly family. We welcome you to visit our campus to see firsthand the relationships that exist between our students and our faculty. Linsly truly is a special place and we are hopeful to share our vibrant community with you.

        Facilities

        • Baseball Field
        • Basketball Court
        • Fitness Center
        • Football Field
        • Indoor Basketball Court
        • Indoor Pool
        • Technology Center
        • Volleyball Court

        Other Facilities

        Clubs & Organizations

        • Animal Rights Club
        • FCA
        • Foreign Language Clubs
        • Model UN
        • National Honor Society
        • Peer Tutoring
        • Snowboarding Club
        • Yearbook

        Arts & Athletics

        Arts Department Director: Frank D. Wilson

        Athletics Department Director: BJ Depew

        Notable Achievements: 79 years of Extravaganza Most OVAC championships of all OVAC schools

        Arts

          Interscholastic Sports

          • Baseball
          • Basketball
          • Cheerleading
          • Cross Country Running
          • Football
          • Golf
          • Ice Hockey
          • Lacrosse
          • Soccer
          • Softball
          • Swimming
          • Tennis
          • Track and Field
          • Volleyball
          • Wrestling

          Recreational Sports

          • Outdoor Education

          Graduates

          Summary: The College Counseling process at Linsly is a comprehensive program focusing on the college search, financial aid, scholarships, testing and the college application and selection process. The class of 2017 attended 52 different colleges in 17 different states.

          College Information

          Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

          Middle Percentile of SAT Scores Reading Math Writing
          25th percentile
          75th percentile

          Notable Alumni

          Jack Canfield

          Class of

          Author Chicken Soup for the Soul

          CJ Goodwin

          Class of 2008

          NFL Atlanta Falcons

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          Vital Information

          Student Body Type: Coed

          Total Boarding: 98

          Total Day: 337

          Total Enrollment: 435

          Boys: 253

          Girls: 182

          Boarding Grades Offered: 7-12

          Day Grades Offered: 5-12

          School Type: Middle, High School

          Dress Code: Casual

          Applications Accepted: SAO

          Application Deadline: Rolling

          Tuition & Financial Aid

          7-Day Boarding: $38,000

          5-Day Boarding: N/A

          Day Tuition Fee: $18,100

          Need-Based Aid: Offered

          Payment Plans: Offered

          Students Receiving Aid: 62%

          Average Awarded: $12,536

          School Finances

          Merit Scholarships: Not Offered

          Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

          Average Merit Scholarship: $

          Current Endowment Amount: $23,100,000

          Contact

          60 Knox Lane

          Wheeling, West Virginia United States

          304 233 1436

          Director of Admissions: R.J. Zitzelsberger

          Admissions Phone: 304 233 1436

          Fax: 304 234 4614

          Email: [email protected]

          Website: http://www.linsly.org

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