Founded in 1867, Lyndon Institute is dedicated to providing an educational experience for our students that leads to a lifetime of learning and good citizenship. We are a private, co-ed, independent, and comprehensive high school for grades 9-12 offering a 150-course curriculum specializing in core and honors academics, fine and performing arts, and career sciences. Our students participate in hands-on experieintial learning including accredited technical education programs. Our campus is located 10 minutes from a ski resort and the area offers extensive outdoor recreation opportunities.
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics B, AP Studio Art: Design/Drawing, AP United States History
Club or Organization: Clay Target Team, Future Farmers of America, League of Lyndon (E-Sport), National Art Honor Society, National Athletic Honor Society, National Honor Society, National Tech Honor Society, Outing Club, Rotary Interact Club, Student Council, Sustainability Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs: Design Studio, Drama Club, Hip Hop Club, Pointe (Ballet), Select Band, Select Chorus, Tap and Jazz Club
Recreational Athletic Programs: Mountain Biking Club
School Notes
FAST FACTS
Year Founded: 1867
Number of Faculty: 54
Student to Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Motto: Per Aspera Ad Astra "Through Hard Work You Reach The
Stars"
College Placement: Our students are being accepted at America`s
"Top 100" colleges and universities ranging from the Ivy League to
excellent liberal-arts colleges to national research
universities.
Number of Courses and AP Courses: 150 Courses and 17 AP
Courses
January Term: Between the first and second semesters, for the
first two weeks following the holiday vacation, students
participate in an interim term to immerse themselves in either an
intensive study of subjects of their choosing or an
internship.
Athletic & Extracurricular Programs: There are nearly 50
interscholastic athletic teams, extracurricular clubs, programs and
activities available at Lyndon Institute. Athletic teams have
worked hard to win over 25 State Championships since
2000.
Visual and Performing Arts Courses: There are over 20 visual
and performance arts courses offered at Lyndon Institute. These
include Chorus, Band, Jazz Band, World Music, AP Music Theory,
Acting, Theater Company, Dance Company, Digital Photography, Studio
Art, Drawing, Graphic Arts, Painting, and Printmaking, among
others.
World Languages: Lyndon Institute offers a multi-level English
for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program and instruction in
Spanish and French.
Our Community: Lyndon Institute prides itself on being a
positive presence and contributing member of the community. Our
students participate in a number of community service projects.
Several on-campus amenities are available to the public: the Bob
Heath Track (for fitness walking and running); the Simpson Nature
Trails (hikes and picnics); the athletic fields (for youth
programs); and other facilities host performances and continuing
education programs. The United Health Foundation has rated Vermont
among the top healthiest states in the United States for over ten
consecutive years. Vermont has also long been listed as one of the
safest states in the nation.
Nearby Recreation: Lyndon Institute is located 10 minutes from
Burke Mountain, an international Alpine ski resort, and Kingdom
Trails, an extensive trail network for nonmotorized, multi-use
recreation activity such as mountain biking (year-round), hiking,
Nordic skiing and more.
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Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Judi St. Hilaire - Olympic Athlete
Andrew Johnson - Olympic Athlete
Moses Pendleton - Founder of dance company MOMIX
Walter H. Cleary - Chief Justice of the Vermont Supreme Court
Lyndon Institute's tuition is approximately $47,500 for private students.
What schools are Lyndon Institute often compared to?
Lyndon Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like St. Johnsbury Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Lyndon Institute?
Lyndon Institute famous alumni include: Judi St. Hilaire, Andrew Johnson, Moses Pendleton and Walter H. Cleary.
What sports does Lyndon Institute offer?
Lyndon Institute offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Lyndon Institute is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for most sports offered.
Grades: 9-12 | 228 students99.9 miles 10 Long Walk Saxtons River, VT 05154 (802) 869-6229
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School Reviews
59/21/2020
Lyndon Institute is definitely a "small town feel" School-My fourth child is now enrolled and though we're only on the third day of school he walks down the hall and teachers say hello and know his name. Community minded with a huge emphasis on good citizenship, LI embraces small town values!
- Posted by Parent - Jodi Wheeler
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