Hoosac School

Po Box 9 Pine Valley Road, Hoosick, NY, 12089-0120
Tel: (518)686-7331
Grades: 8 - 12 | 121 students
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Hoosac School, founded in 1889, is a coeducational, college preparatory school. Our aim is to develop the character, spirit, mind, and body of its students, to foster independence and self discipline, and to motivate them to develop to their full potential for success in college and for full, productive, and intelligent lives. At Hoosac, students are encouraged to do their best and are given the necessary support to help them in their studies. Teachers are dedicated to insuring that students gain a complete understanding of the subject matter. Classes are very small and communication between teachers and students is excellent.

School Overview:
Hoosac School
School Membership(s) National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
Religious Affiliation Episcopal
Grades Offered Grades 8 - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded 1889
Student Body
Total Students 121 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 3% (NY School Avg.: 22%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 28%
Average Class Size 8 students
Number of AP Courses 7 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Average SAT score 1750
Average ACT score 24
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Formal
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $41,230
% on Financial Aid 17%
Average Financial Aid Grant $15,000
Acceptance Rate 50%
Admissions Director Michael S. Foster

School Notes:

  • Hoosac students receive individual attention with a 5:1 student/teacher ratio. The structured setting and proactive advisor program provide support to an internationally diverse student body. The college-preparatory curriculum includes AP courses and an ESL program. Facilities include a technology lab, athletic center with indoor pool, observatory, and arts center. The rural campus setting is ideal for camping, mountain biking, skiing and snowboarding. Hoosac fields strong teams in many sports and is represented especially well in ice hockey, soccer, baseball, and lacrosse.

    • Profile last updated: 01/16/2012

Nearby Schools:

Hoosac School
Gr. 8-12 | 0 mi. away
St Mary S Academy
Gr. K-9 | 3 mi. away
Bennington School Inc
Gr. 5-12 | 5.4 mi. away
Grace Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 7 mi. away
Forrest Ward Memorial School
Gr. K-8 | 7.3 mi. away

View all schools in: Hoosick, Rensselaer County, Zip 12089

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