Burr and Burton Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Burr and Burton Academy is an independent, coeducational New England secondary school that serves as the school of choice for students from Manchester and several surrounding communities.
Burr and Burton is committed to educating students of diverse backgrounds and talents in a warm and caring environment that encourages excellence and community.
Burr and Burton offers a broad and challenging curriculum that seeks a balance between science and the liberal arts.
Faculty members strive to instill in their students a love of lifelong learning through their examples and their guidance.
The school actively promotes good citizenship, personal responsibility, and service to the wider community.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked VT School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 665 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Burr and Burton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Burr and Burton Academy
9	175
10	163
11	154
12	173

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Grade 9 slightly largest with 175 students, just above Grade 12 at 173 and ahead of Grade 11 at 154.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1829

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Student Body

Total Students

665 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 12%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

68 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

65%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Application URL

Online Application

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCross Country

DanceField Hockey

FootballGolf

Ice HockeyLacrosse

Nordic SkiingSnowboarding

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

Wrestling

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School Mascot

Bulldog

School Notes

Burr and Burton Academy`s mission is to educate students intellectually and morally for a life of responsibility, integrity and service. 665 students and an average class size of 18. College matriculation rate of over 80 percent. SAT scores 122 points higher than the national average. 85 percent extracurricular participation rate. 12 AP courses. 60 percent participate in 16 sports, with two JV teams for virtually every varsity team. The Performing Arts Department offers over a dozen major performance opportunities a year. Over 50 international students from Europe, Asia and South America. A new Mountain Campus lets students immerse themselves in environmental studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Burr and Burton Academy often compared to?

Burr and Burton Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Long Trail School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Burr and Burton Academy?

The acceptance rate of Burr and Burton Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 75%.

What sports does Burr and Burton Academy offer?

Burr and Burton Academy offers 17 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling. Burr and Burton Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for most sports offered.

What is Burr and Burton Academy's ranking?

Burr and Burton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Burr and Burton Academy?

The application deadline for Burr and Burton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Bennington County, VT is $12,364 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).