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Best Vermont Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 20 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 4,293 students in Vermont. You can also find more schools membership associations in Vermont.

The private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont include St. Johnsbury Academy, Vermont Academy, and Burke Mountain Academy.

The average tuition cost is $38,024, which is higher than the Vermont private school average tuition cost of $23,464.

10% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Oak Meadow School Photo - Oak Meadow students are able to learn while they explore the globe.

St. Johnsbury Academy Photo - Streeter Bridge overlooks our outdoor amphitheater and is the entrance to Streeter Hall which houses our STEM program, our Career and Technical Education program and our Dining Hall.

Thaddeus Stevens School Photo - Student presents the witness with evidence at the annual mock trial held at Caledonia Courthouse.

Maple Street School Photo - We are committed to excellence: in language arts, in mathematics; physical, life and environmental sciences; geography and history; the arts, music, drama, foreign language, computer literacy, and physical education. We believe an enriched curriculum promotes a full awareness of the world, and respect for cultural differences. We are committed to developing environmental awareness and an appreciation of the natural world in order that our students become informed, responsible stewards of the land. The visual and performing arts are vital for we believe that creativity in art, music, movement, and drama enhances the child’s capacity to attain and synthesize all knowledge and concepts. The physical education program promotes skill growth, a sense of teamwork, fair play, and a lifelong healthy body awareness.

International Children's School Inc. Photo - We love to learn.

Lyndon Institute Photo - Lyndon Institute is a comprehensive, independent high school providing thoughtful and rigorous preparation for students of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, USA and beyond to reach their intellectual, creative, and physical potential.

The Greenwood School Photo - Greenwood students don't build their futures on remediated weaknesses, but they do build lives and careers on their strengths and talents. Therefore, Greenwood boys have many opportunities to discover, develop and showcase their creative abilities. For instance, Greenwood offers metal works such as welding and blacksmithing, woodshop classes, and an advanced rock band.

Burr and Burton Academy Photo - Science and Communication Building

The Putney School Photo - Putney is a co-educational boarding and day school for grades 9-12 founded in 1935 by Carmelita Hinton. We are a progressive school, in that we value the idea that education is something to be actively pursued rather than passively received. Our commitment to Ms. Hinton's fundamental beliefs have put Putney at the leading edge of education in America.

The Mountain School of Milton Academy Photo - The Mountain School - 418 Acres

Stratton Mountain School Photo - www.gosms.org

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