Stoneleigh-Burnham School

Founded in 1869, Stoneleigh-Burnham School (SBS) is a boarding and day school for girls in Grades 7 - 12 and Postgraduate (PG). Located in Western Massachusetts, SBS is the first and only girls' school in New England to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 140 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $70,000
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Stoneleigh-Burnham School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1869
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Stoneleigh-Burnham School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
10 students
Advanced Courses
IB Creativity Activity Service (CAS), IB Dance (HL & SL), IB Environmental Systems & Societies, IB History (HL & SL), IB Visual Art (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate Art (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate English (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate French (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate Mathematics (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate Music (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate Spanish (HL & SL), International Baccalaureate Theory of Knowledge
Average SAT score
1310
Average ACT score
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
New Family 2024-2025 Tuition (Includes fees with the exceptions of Health Insurance and Tuition Insurance): 7-Day Boarding (International) (Grades 7-12 & Postgraduate)$70,000; 7-Day Boarding (Domestic) (Grades 7-12 & Postgraduate) $66,750; 5-Day Boarding (Domestic) (Grades 7-12 & Postgraduate) $60,000; Day Students (Grades 9-12 & Postgraduate) $29,590; Day Students (Grades 7-8) $24,500
% on Financial Aid
48%
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Deborah Schultz

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Blue Key Tourguides, Community Service Club, Debate and Public Speaking, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Math Club, Multicultural Club, Peer Tutors, Resident Assistants, Student Alumnae Association, Student Council, Student of Color Affinity Group

Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Music, Chorus, Literary Society, Octet, Rock Band, Yearbook

School Notes

  • Founded in 1869, Stoneleigh-Burnham School (SBS) is a boarding and day school for girls in Grades 7 - 12 and Postgraduate (PG). Nestled in the Connecticut River Valley of Western Massachusetts, SBS educates students from across the country and around the world on our beautiful 100-acre campus. Located 58 miles from Bradley International Airport in Hartford, Connecticut and 97 miles from Logan International Airport in Boston, Massachusetts, SBS is geographically situated nearby the Five College Consortium- a higher education non-profit fostering a vibrant intellectual community that includes Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. SBS students have access to collaborative academic programs, enterprise initiatives, and community engagement.SBS's Learning Center supports all academic disciplines designed to ensure that each student receives personalized support for their individual learning profile. Boarding begins in Grade 7 and international students are welcome to enroll in Middle School (Grade 7 & 8). Additionally, students are welcome to enroll throughout the year due to our flexible enrollment program. We encourage you to visit sbschool.org/admissions to learn more.SBS is the first and only girls' school in New England to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Inspiring students to pursue meaningful lives based on honor, respect, and intellectual curiosity, SBS provides opportunities for a well-rounded educational experience. These include, but are not limited to, artistic endeavors in both the visual and performing arts, competitive and recreational athletic pursuits, dynamic clubs and dedicated student affinity groups, a world-class Debate & Public Speaking Society, and an internationally recognized equestrian program.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stoneleigh-Burnham School cost?
Stoneleigh-Burnham School's tuition is approximately $70,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Stoneleigh-Burnham School?
The acceptance rate of Stoneleigh-Burnham School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 70%.
What sports does Stoneleigh-Burnham School offer?
Stoneleigh-Burnham School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Dance, Equestrian, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
What is Stoneleigh-Burnham School's ranking?
Stoneleigh-Burnham School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Stoneleigh-Burnham School?
The application deadline for Stoneleigh-Burnham School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
This is a fantastic school. As an alumni, I feel that it prepared me for an excellent education and gave me the foundation for my future success. I feel that you can not go wrong by choosing Stoneleigh Burnham School.
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5  
We are in our 3rd year of being SBS parents and our child couldn`t be happier. The well-rounded education curriculum is just what we were looking for. We are looking forward to watching our child continue to blossom during high school at SBS!
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5  
I absolutely loved my time at Stoneleigh; the caring, nurturing environment combined with rigorous coursework and challenging extracurriculars prepared me for college, graduate school, career, and maintaining a self-care personal life of riding and sports!
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5  
Great academics with very small class sizes and lots of teacher support and interaction. IB curriculum is very intense, but extra attention means that most girls excel. Caring, inclusive community.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 140 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $70,000
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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