Proctor is nationally known for its innovative experiential programs, a student-centered educational model, and its balance of academic rigor with structured support.
Choosing from over 135 academic courses, 5 term-long off-campus programs, more than 30 art courses, and 30 athletic and afternoon programs allows students to craft a Proctor experience that is truly unique.
Academic offerings include a breadth of Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Students also have the opportunity to complete an Academic Concentration if they so choose.
For over 70 years, Proctor's Learning Skills Department has been at the center of cutting-edge brain-based learning. Learning Skills provides comprehensive academic coaching methods and the direct instruction of executive functioning skills to empower students to become strategic, resilient, self-aware lifelong learners.
Robust visual and performing art offerings challenge accomplished artists and encourage novices.
Whether a seasoned veteran or new to a sport, Proctor's athletic programming offers students opportunities to pursue their athletic passions and goals. Many Proctor graduates continue their playing careers at the collegiate level.
Opportunities for students to study off-campus include trimesters in France, Spain, and Costa Rica, along with Mountain Classroom and Ocean Classroom programs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NH School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Yearly Tuition: $69,700
- Acceptance rate: 45%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Proctor Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1848
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Live to Learn. Learn to Live.
School Mascot
Hornet
Student Body
Total Students
376 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Lanaguage, Government, Physics, Spanish Language, Statistics
Average SAT score
1200
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Neat and Clean
School Colors
White, Green
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$69,700
Tuition Notes
Boarding Tuition listed.
Day Tuition $42,400
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$23,000
Acceptance Rate
45%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Christopher Bartlett
Admissions Associate
Hunter Churchill
Application URL
Endowment Size
$31.5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
25 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
AEMS Reading Club, Current Events Club, Diversity Committee, Girl Up, Green Key Student Ambassadors, Outing Club, Ping Pong Club, Poetry Club, Proctor Alliance, Proctor Broadcasting Network, Student Activities Committee
Arts and Music Programs:
Jazz/Rock Ensemble, Theater
AEMS Reading Club, Current Events Club, Diversity Committee, Girl Up, Green Key Student Ambassadors, Outing Club, Ping Pong Club, Poetry Club, Proctor Alliance, Proctor Broadcasting Network, Student Activities Committee
Arts and Music Programs:
Jazz/Rock Ensemble, Theater
School Notes
- Proctor's campus includes over forty-five buildings, twenty small dormitories, a privately owned and operated ski hill, state-of-the-art classrooms and art facilities, 2,500 acres of forest and ponds surrounding beautiful natural and synthetic playing fields that are tucked against Ragged Mountain's south slope. A sense of community can only truly be felt when you step on campus. The strength of Proctor's community comes from the depth of relationships formed between students and faculty. An egalitarian student body gives equal value to each student regardless of age. A relaxed dress code and policy allowing students to address teachers by first names contribute to the informal culture of the school. Students are treated as young adults and asked to collaborate with their teachers in the learning process.
- By redefining academic rigor as the process through which students push themselves beyond their comfort zones, students and faculty learn just how important trust is to learning. Honors and advanced placement courses complement non-traditional classes and challenging off-campus programs, allowing students and teachers to form relationships around shared interests. Formal on-campus academic support takes place in Proctor's Learning Skills program, but it is the informal support provided by teachers who offer extra help sessions at breakfast, in their dormitories, or in their classrooms in the evening that further emphasizes self-advocacy skills and encourages academic risk-taking. Because we are challenging, we are also supportive. Proctor is widely recognized for national leadership in experiential education. To our community, these programs are not separate but integral to the Proctor experience, as almost all students elect to spend a trimester or two enrolled in off-campus programs. Choosing from over 135 academic courses, five term-long off-campus programs, more than 30 art courses, and 30 athletic and afternoon programs allows students to craft a Proctor experience that is truly unique.
- Whether your interests involve starting a radio program in Proctor's state-of-the-art recording studio, pursuing athletics at the next level, studying advanced biology or robotics, or building a boat in the woodshop, opportunities abound for you to engage in both the pursuit of new avocations and the mastery of an existing passion. Which path will you choose?
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Matt Nathanson - Musician and Performer
- Travis Warren - Founder and President, Whipple Hill Communications
- Robert Richardson - Oscar Winning Cinematographer (Platoon, JFK, The Aviator, Kill Bill)
- Jerome Dyson - Former UCONN current pro basketball player
- Heather Moore - Jewelry Designer/Marketer
- Josh Walden - Broadway Actor
- Bob Beattie - Former US Alpine Ski Team Head Coach and Television Commentator
- Alan Shepard - Astronaut
- Cole Williams - Television Actor (Entourage, Scrubs, 8 Simple Rules)
- Carl Van Loan, Jed Hinkley - US Olympians, US Ski Team Nordic Combined
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Proctor Academy cost?
Proctor Academy's tuition is approximately $69,700 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Proctor Academy?
The acceptance rate of Proctor Academy is 45%, which is lower than the national average of 70%.
Who are famous alumni from Proctor Academy?
Proctor Academy famous alumni include: Matt Nathanson, Travis Warren, Robert Richardson, Jerome Dyson, Heather Moore, Josh Walden, Bob Beattie, Alan Shepard, Cole Williams and Carl Van Loan, Jed Hinkley.
What sports does Proctor Academy offer?
Proctor Academy offers 25 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Track and Field. Proctor Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for most sports offered.
What is Proctor Academy's ranking?
Proctor Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Proctor Academy?
The application deadline for Proctor Academy is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
5 5/17/2025
Here is a review unlike any other you will likely see. If you do your research, as we have, I mean across all types of private schools, there simply is no place that compares to Proctor Academy. No other private secondary school has an equivalent Learning Services Program that is incorporated into a student's schedule every day - at no additional charge. No other school offers the diverse, life-changing experiential programs. There are no cliques. No judgment. No "cool" and "not cool." And while every school boasts community, Proctor actually walks the talk. Just ask the students themselves, as I did. Moreover, one of the most profound and spontaneous conversations I ever had was with the head of athletics. Yet we didn't talk about athletics for even a moment. It was all about the development of young men and their need for better, more open communication. Later, he emailed me voluminous research on the topic. This soft-spoken man decided to take the time for a complete stranger who was interested. My wife and I were foolish enough not to take an offer to attend, spending literally hours trying to convince our son, because we left it to this sweet child based on his own instincts. Then he came around, enthusiastically, but too late. However, that was not remotely his fault. That dishonor falls to his parents, who didn't act when they knew better. I have never been so regretful of any decision in my life. Since then, I have spoken to educators and friends at length for any equivalent, and they all put Proctor first for both genuine community and seamless learning services. As do we. Take my heartfelt advice. Apply, apply, apply. Whether you are national or international. And if you are lucky enough to receive an acceptance, say yes as quickly as the word can come out of your mouth. Serve our penance. At least something good will have come of it.
5 6/12/2013
Proctor Academy is definitely a leading prep school in New Hampshire. It is an amazing place that sees students off to great colleges because of the unique experiences that can be attained there. I am more then impressed by the school!
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