Darrow School

110 Darrow Rd, New Lebanon, NY, 12125-0121 - View a map of this schoolMap

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"Living, working, learning in the classroom and beyond..." This motto describes the Darrow experience, and the School has been recognized as a pioneer in the field of hands-on learning for more than 70 years. We seek students who will appreciate our comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum and the small tight-knit community that defines our school, offering valuable support and a safe environment. Darrow provides the right mix of challenging curriculum, structure, encouragement, and strength of community, where students reach their full potential as motivated, thriving, college-bound learners....

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Darrow School
School Membership(s) Institute for Independent Education
National Association of Independent Schools
National Independent Private Schools Association
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Learning Differences Supported Mild Learning Differences, ADHD
Year Founded 1932
County Columbia County, NY
Student Body
Total Students 107 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(NY) School Avg.
% Students of Color 19% 19%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 18 students
Grade 10 - 32 students
Grade 11 - 30 students
Grade 12 - 27 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 50%
Average Class Size 9
Classroom dress code Casual
This School
(NY) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:4 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 224 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $42,150
% on Financial Aid 30%
Acceptance Rate 65%
Head of School Nancy Wolf
Admissions Director Jamie Hicks-Furgang
Admissions Associate Elijah Dunn
Sport
Total Sports Offered 12
 
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCross Country
FencingLacrosse
Mountain BikingSnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
TennisUltimate Frisbee
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 4
 
Extracurriculars
Peer CounselorsStudent Government
TheaterYearbook

School Notes:

  • Darrow School: Hands-on Education for More Than 75 Years
  • Darrow School, an independent, co-ed, boarding and day school in New Lebanon, NY, offers a comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum with a range of courses in writing and literature, history, languages, mathematics, sciences, and the arts.
  • Strong critical thinking and writing skills are emphasized in all subject areas. Students learn within an atmosphere that supports the pursuit of intellectual curiosity, individual creativity, and the joy of learning.
  • The School has been recognized as a pioneer in the field of "hands-on learning," and Darrow teachers use real-world topics and a dynamic approach to capture the imagination and make the subject matter come alive.
  • The beautiful mountainside campus is located on the site of the historic Mt. Lebanon Shaker Village, and Darrow continues to embrace the Shaker legacy of sustainability and stewardship.
  • An important feature of the academic program is its focus on environmental, social, and economic resources, and students discover the value of finding balance within one's self, the community, and global society. The National Association of Independent Schools recognized the excellence of the School's Sustainability Program in February 2005 with a Leading Edge Honoree Award for curriculum innovation.
  • Darrow's small classes, averaging nine students, afford everyone the chance to participate. Head of School Nancy Wolf says, "Because Darrow is a small boarding school, with a 4-to-1 student-teacher ratio, there is an opportunity for strong connections between students and teachers. Teachers get to know students well, and expectations are high. They push students to do their best in classes, athletics, and co-curricular activities."
  • The substantive nature and climate of Darrow School offer students a setting where their abilities can prosper, and the School's distinctive educational philosophy is suited to all learning styles. At Darrow, students reach their full potential as motivated, thriving, college-bound learners with a greater understanding of themselves and the world.
  • To learn more about Darrow School, contact Jamie Hicks-Furgang, Director of Admission, at 518-794-6008 or visit www.darrowschool.org.
  • Profile last updated: 09/02/2009

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About This Zipcode (12125)
School Zip (12125)
(NY) State Average
Population (Approximate) 1,493 people 18,975,234 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 37% 32%
Population Average Age 38 years old 35 years old
Average Household size 2.3 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $42,063 $44,151
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.6 rooms 4.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 54 years old 58 years old
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