Lyndon Institute
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Top Ranked VT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Yearly Tuition: $47,500
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lyndon Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
School Overview
Student Body

Academics and Faculty
Semi-formal dress code (no ties, no jeans)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Extracurriculars
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
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lyndon Institute cost?
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.
What is Lyndon Institute's ranking?
Lyndon Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Lyndon Institute?
The application deadline for Lyndon Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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