Burke Mountain Academy
Tel:
(802) 427-8013
While Burke Mountain Academy is continually evolving and changing, its core values remain the same unique in its blending of independence and community, athletics and academics, respect for others as well as one's self.
Each of these plays an equally important role in developing a sound mind, healthy body and lively spirit.
The three essential ingredients Burke Mountain Academy believes a student must achieve to face and conquer the many mountains that lie ahead, and, ultimately, fulfill a dream.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 8-12
- Students: 64 students
- Yearly Tuition: $57,891
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Burke Mountain Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 8-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | ESL |
| Year Founded | 1970 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 64 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 7% State avg.: 9% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 9 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 99% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $57,891 |
| Tuition Notes | $43,872 – PG Boarding (Post Graduate) $44,533 – Full Term Day (Grades 9-12) $40,839 – Winter Term Boarding (8th Grade) $33,107 – Winter Term Day (8th Grade) |
| Admissions Director | Mardene Haskell |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 2 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Nordic SkiingAlpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing, |
School Notes
- While Burke Mountain Academy is continually evolving and changing, its core values remain the same unique in its blending of independence and community, athletics and academics, respect for others as well as one's self. Each of these plays an equally important role in developing a sound mind, healthy body and lively spirit. The three essential ingredients Burke Mountain Academy believes a student must achieve to face and conquer the many mountains that lie ahead, and, ultimately, fulfill a dream.
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