Berkshire School
Tel:
(413)229-1003
- Established in 1907, Berkshire School is a co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school that prepares 400 ninth-12th graders and post-graduates for a global future.
- Pioneering programs-such as Advanced Math/Science Research, Advanced Humanities Research, and STEAM-coexist with advanced sections and AP offerings in all disciplines.
- Students are encouraged to to embrace the school motto: Pro Vita Non Pro Schola Discimus, "Learning -- not just for school, but for life.".
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 394 students
- Yearly Tuition: $60,400
- Acceptance rate: 27%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Top Placements
Berkshire School places among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1907 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 394 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 20% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 85 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 58% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 17 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 65% |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $60,400 |
| Tuition Notes | $48000 for day students. |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $40,574 |
| Acceptance Rate | 27% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Andrew Bogardus |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 19 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballAlpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
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