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

  • French
  • German
  • Latin
  • Spanish

Humanities / Social Sciences

  • Economics

Sciences

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Zoology

Math

  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Statistics
  • Pre-Calculus

Computer Studies

  • Multimedia
  • Computer Science
  • Graphic Design

Music

  • Band
  • Choral Music
  • Music Appreciation

Performing / Visual Arts

  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Dance
  • Debate
  • Drama
  • Graphic Design
  • Publications
  • Public Speaking
  • Studio Art
  • Theater Arts
  • Stage Band

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

  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Dance
  • Debate
  • Drama
  • Graphic Design
  • Publications
  • Public Speaking
  • Studio Art
  • Theater Arts
  • Stage Band

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

Precentage 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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