Lyndon Institute

P.O. Box 127, 168 Institute Circle
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
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Lyndon Institute Photo #1 - Lyndon Institute is a comprehensive, independent high school providing thoughtful and rigorous preparation for students of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, USA and beyond to reach their intellectual, creative, and physical potential.
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Lyndon Institute Photo #1 - Lyndon Institute is a comprehensive, independent high school providing thoughtful and rigorous preparation for students of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, USA and beyond to reach their intellectual, creative, and physical potential.
Lyndon Institute Photo #2 - The Lyndon Institute 130-acre campus hosts 34 buildings, including the Main Building, Alumni Gymnasium and 650-seat Alumni Auditorium, the Elliott Memorial Library, the John L. Norris, Jr. Center for the Arts, and more!
Lyndon Institute Photo #3 - Our Location: Lyndon Institute is located in the scenic Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. With mountains, lakes, and woodlands, our region offers a number of recreational options from camping, mountain biking, skiing, hiking, and so much more! Vermont has been rated the Healthiest State in the United States for six years in a row.
Lyndon Institute Photo #4 - Fall, Winter, and Spring Athletic Programs: Over 21 state championships since 2000. Lyndon Institute is located 15 minutes from Burke Mountain, an international ski resort. 29 interscholastic sports and extracurricular club programs.
  • 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, 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.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students: 594 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

Top Placements

Lyndon Institute places among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Religious AffiliationNonsectarian
Grades OfferedGrades 9-12
ADD/ADHD SupportYes
Learning Difference ProgramsYes
Learning Programs SupportedADD, Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded1867
Summer School OfferedYes

Student Body

Total Students594 students
Student Body Typen/a
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 8%
Students by GradeLyndon Institute Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers62 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size10 students
Number of AP Courses17 courses
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Advanced CoursesAP 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,

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Admissions DirectorTiaan van der Linde

Sports

Total Sports Offered19 sports
SportsAlpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter TrackAlpine Skiing, Baseball,
Basketball, Cheering,
Cross Country, Dance,
Field Hockey, Football,
Golf, Ice Hockey,
Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing,
Soccer, Softball,
Tennis, Track and Field,
Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball,
Winter Track

School Notes

FAST FACTS 
  • Year Founded: 1867 
  • Number of Faculty: 62 
  • 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 70 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, Latin, Greek, 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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  • School Location Miles Grades Students
  • East Burke
    Burke Mountain Academy
    Burke Mountain Academy Photo
    Special Program Emphasis
     Grades: 8-12 | 64 students
    5.1 miles
    60 Alpine Ln
    East Burke, VT 05832
    (802)427-8013     5.1 8-12
    64
  • Putney
    The Greenwood School
    The Greenwood School Photo - Greenwood students don't build their futures on remediated weaknesses, but they do build lives and careers on their strengths and talents. Therefore, Greenwood boys have many opportunities to discover, develop and showcase their creative abilities. For instance, Greenwood offers metal works such as welding and blacksmithing, woodshop classes, and an advanced rock band.
    Special Education School
     Grades: 6-12
    104.6 miles
    14 Greenwood Lane
    Putney, VT 05346
    (802)387-4545     104.6 6-12
    n/a
  • Stowe
    Mt. Mansfield Winter Academy
    Special Program Emphasis
     Grades: 8-12 | 36 students
    34.1 miles
    Po Box 3269
    Stowe, VT 05672
    (802)253-7409     34.1 8-12
    36
  • Ludlow
    Okemo Mountain School
    Alternative School
     Grades: 5-12 | 46 students
    85.7 miles
    53 Main St
    Ludlow, VT 05149
    (802)228-1513     85.7 5-12
    46
  • Putney
    The Putney School
    The Putney School Photo - The community at Putney is warm, open, mutually respectful and rousing. We come together as a whole school three times per week. Every Thursday is All School Sing (pictured here), a tradition dating back to Putney's founding in the '30's, which spans a fun and eclectic assortment of styles.
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     Grades: 9-12 | 226 students
    110.5 miles
    418 Houghton Brook Rd
    Putney, VT 05346
    (802)387-6219     110.5 9-12
    226

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Quick Stats (2018-19)
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students: 594 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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