Vermont Academy

Vermont Academy

Private High School | Grade 9-12
Saxtons River, VT
4.5
3.6
210 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sean P. Brennan
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$40,000
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
33
Full Time Teachers
28
Part Time Teachers
5
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
630
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
14
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
78%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.7%
Black
4.9%
Hispanic
1.3%

School Rankings

#1 Best Boarding HS in Vermont
#1 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Vermont
#1 Best Private HS in Vermont
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Vermont 29 Students
Boston University 22 Students
Dartmouth College 21 Students
Colby College 17 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst 15 Students
Northeastern University 15 Students
Bowdoin College 15 Students
Boston College 13 Students
Skidmore College 13 Students
Bentley University 13 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 33 Students
Psychology 22 Students
Economics 15 Students
Biology 11 Students
Political Science and Government 10 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 10 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Environmental Science 9 Students
Finance 8 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 55 Reviews
1.0 Parent
4/22/2023
Notice how over 20 5 star reviews were posted between August 12th and August 14th of 2020? That is pretty suspicious. Vermont Academy is in a terrible state and should be avoided for a good while. There is extreme turnover in staff, rampant bullying, and an unqualified administration. It is not a safe place for anyone.
5.0 Senior
2/6/2023
Vermont Academy has a very pretty campus and because of the size of the school everyone knows everyone. Everyone is involved in everything as well because of the size of the school which is nice.
5.0 Senior
8/13/2020
Vermont Academy is a place that allows all students to be themselves. It offers so many different sports, clubs, and activities that you can become involved in. And it really makes you feel at home. Vermont Academy is a perfect place for people of all different interests.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 24 Reviews
1.0 other
2/16/2024
I was pulled out by my parents because they didn't like the administration, curriculum, or the school's emphasis on sports more than safety of students. There are many reports of administrators mistreating students. Also this string of recent reviews are clearly self-promotions. Check their dates.
5.0 parent
2/15/2024
Vermont Academy is a great school for your child if you want them to be seen for who they are. They don't try to change your child, they try to make them the best version of themselves. Academics are rigorous but not cutthroat. They encourage students to be well-rounded. They encourage students to t...
5.0 other
2/15/2024
Recent Alum. Vermont Academy set me up for success in college and life. VA is more than a school for learning but shapes kids to be their best selves. VA provides the opportunity for students to do whatever they want educationally, socially and personally. Students there can be varsity athletes whil...
5.0 other
2/15/2024
Vermont Academy is a fantastic school where students are able to pursue just about any passion they might have while being able to balance their academics. Students are also encouraged to step out of their comfort zone and try things they've never done before. The community is tight-knit and because...

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