The Mountain School is a semester school program based in Vershire, Vermont. Each semester 45 motivated high school juniors from all over the country come together to live and work on the school's organic farm.
Students and faculty build together a semester based on trust and an appreciation of difference, creating an academic and work-based community in which every voice matters.
While living with teachers in small houses, students help to make important decisions concerning how we live together.
Courses provide a demanding, integrated learning experience that takes advantage of the school's small size and mountain campus.
Balancing intellectual inquiry and experiential learning, the curriculum challenges students to think flexibly, speak their minds, and return to their schools equipped for continued academic success. Engagement with the farm and forest sparks an appreciation for their food, their fuel and their labor. Admission is selective and financial aid is available. Visit our website for more information: www.mountainschool.org.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 11
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,825
- Acceptance rate: 42%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Mountain School of Milton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 11
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1984
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,825
Acceptance Rate
42%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Emily Adler Boren
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Mountain School of Milton Academy cost?
The Mountain School of Milton Academy's tuition is approximately $28,825 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Mountain School of Milton Academy?
The acceptance rate of The Mountain School of Milton Academy is 42%, which is lower than the national average of 69%.
When is the application deadline for The Mountain School of Milton Academy?
The application deadline for The Mountain School of Milton Academy is Feb. 15.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Mountain School of Milton Academy is East Valley Academy (10.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Brookhaven Treatment & Learning Center (10.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Montessori Children's School (15.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Brookhaven Treatment & Learning Center
All-boys | Special Education School
Grades: 3-7 | 17 students 10.4 miles 331 Vt Rt 110
Chelsea, VT 05038
(802) 685-4458
Chelsea, VT 05038
(802) 685-4458
10.4
3-7
17
Grades: 3-12 | 19 students 10.9 miles 579 Vermont Route 14 South
East Randolph, VT 05041
(802) 728-4197
East Randolph, VT 05041
(802) 728-4197
10.9
3-12
19
Grades: 7-12 | 310 students 11 miles 304 Academy Rd
Thetford Center, VT 05075
(802) 785-4805
Thetford Center, VT 05075
(802) 785-4805
11
7-12
310
Open Fields School
Alternative School
Grades: K-6 | 20 students 11.2 miles 37 Academy Rd
Thetford, VT 05074
(802) 785-2077
Thetford, VT 05074
(802) 785-2077
11.2
K-6
20
Vt Academy Of Science & Technical
Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 12 | 44 students 12.4 miles 124 Admin Drive
Randolph Center, VT 05061
(802) 728-1297
Randolph Center, VT 05061
(802) 728-1297
12.4
12
44
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