Hunter McGuire Lower School of Stuart Hall

74 Quicks Mill Rd, Verona, VA, 24482-0244
Tel: (540)248-2404
Grades: K - 12 | 310 students
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Hunter McGuire seeks to instill in its students high standards for scholarship, integrity, leadership, and citizenship. Through a challenging child-centered curriculum offered in a stimulating, discovery-oriented environment, students grow to become enthusiastic learners, creative problem-solvers, and disciplined thinkers. A carefully designed program of academic excellence and an extensive, integrated enrichment program provides a foundation for lifelong learning. Hunter McGuire School believes that character building and respect for one’s self as well as respect for the unique qualities of others are vital for the development of the whole child. In a nurturing environment that embraces diversity and fosters unity, children learn the values of honesty, personal responsibility, compassion, and service.

School Overview:
Hunter McGuire Lower School of Stuart Hall
School Membership(s) Institute for Independent Education
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1987
Student Body
Total Students 310 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 15% (VA School Avg.: 22%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 25%
Average Class Size 17 students
Average SAT score 1665
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $8,100
% on Financial Aid 15%
Average Financial Aid Grant $2,200
Admissions Director Mia Kivlighan
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 3 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
basketball chess club
soccer

School Notes:

  • Challenging Academic Program
  • Art, Music, Technology, Spanish, and PE
  • Bus Service
  • Emphasis on Scholarship, Citizenship, Leadership
  • Financial Aid Available

Nearby Schools:

Hunter McGuire Lower School of Stuart Hall
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
Grace Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 4.8 mi. away
Stuart Hall School
Gr. PK-12 | 4.8 mi. away
C F Richards Jr Academy
Gr. K-9 | 5.7 mi. away
Staunton Montessori School
Gr. PK-6 | 7.9 mi. away
Midway Bible Baptist Church School
Gr. 1-12 | 8 mi. away

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