Stratton Mountain School
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Top Ranked VT School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Yearly Tuition: $55,105
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Stratton Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
School Overview
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School Notes
- The SMS faculty brings years of practical and academic experience into the classroom. More than 50 percent of our teaching staff holds a master`s degree. Individually, they are world-class athletes, historians, physicists, linguists, artists, farmers, and professional writers. Each faculty member incorporates his or her passion for teaching and a solid foundation in their field of study into the curriculum. Our commitment to employ teachers whose sole responsibility is teaching has resulted in an exceptional legion of academic staff. Importantly, our teachers have a passion for education, and they make great strides to ensure SMS student athletes are successful in the classroom. Stratton Mountain School offers a rich environment - one that is intellectually challenging both in and out of the classroom. During their years at SMS, our student athletes learn to demand excellence from themselves, to balance high expectations, and to maintain a rigorous schedule. They develop the crucial ability to translate independence into the sense of responsibility and maturity they will need to be successful in college and life beyond. Small classes emphasize the dynamic learning environment, ensuring each student athlete receives the attention he or she deserves. The rich learning environments combine interactive, hands-on application with video and audio tutorials. During the winter, the academic schedule is purposely constructed to cater to the aspiring world-class athlete without diminishing his or her academic course load.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stratton Mountain School cost?
Stratton Mountain School's tuition is approximately $55,105 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Stratton Mountain School?
The acceptance rate of Stratton Mountain School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Stratton Mountain School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Vermont with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Stratton Mountain School offer?
Stratton Mountain School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Cross Country, Cycling, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer and Tennis. Stratton Mountain School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for most sports offered.
What is Stratton Mountain School's ranking?
Stratton Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Stratton Mountain School?
The application deadline for Stratton Mountain School is Mar. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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