Expect More! Learn More! Become More! Whitmore! The world's first online high school offers a traditional curriculum with an innovative & flexible approach.
Self-paced mastery learning - you set your own schedule
Enroll anytime of year Students graduate high school prepared for college or career. Affordable Tuition Flexible Schedule
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WV School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis / Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 474 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: Yes
- Yearly Tuition: $2,299
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Whitmore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
ACT Score
Diversity
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
State Accredited Program
No
Accreditation Notes
Accredited through North Central Association - Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, Cognia Global Commission
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
Yes
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
Yes
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
474 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
87%
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Literature and Composition
AP US Government and PoliticsAPStatistics
Average SAT score
1235
Average ACT score
25
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(no dress code)
(no dress code)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$2,299
Tuition Notes
4 diploma programs are available. Each offers additional guidance support.
Summer Program Cost
$495
Summer Program Cost Notes
$495 per 1.0 credit course, $425 per 0.5 credit course
% on Financial Aid
41%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$235
Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Melissa Rollins
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
National Honor SocietySocial Media Internship
Whitmore School Student Ambassadors
Arts and Music Programs:
Whitmore NAU Newsletter
School Notes
"We Teach YouHowto
ThinkNotWhat to Think"
Clint, Social Studies Department Chair
- We believe thateverystudent is capable.
- We'll help you develop critical thinking skills.
- We respect the parents' role in teaching family morals and ethics.
- Learn on your own schedule.
- There are no semesters, so you move on to the next lesson when you're ready.
- Take the time you need to understand everything.
- You areempoweredto take charge of your education.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Myles Truitt - Actor - TV series Stranger Things, Movie Kin
- Grace Bowers - Professional Musician
- Yves Baltas - Formula 1 Car Racer
- Kardan Kenichi Chatmon - Entrepreneur and creator of KenichiBear headphones
- Chloe Spears - Standout Competitive whitewater freestyle kayaker representing Team USA.
- Brock and Charli Ana Montgomery - Two-time National Latin ballroom dancers
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Whitmore School cost?
Whitmore School's tuition is approximately $2,299 for private students and $495 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Whitmore School?
The acceptance rate of Whitmore School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
Who are famous alumni from Whitmore School?
Whitmore School famous alumni include: Myles Truitt, Grace Bowers, Yves Baltas, Kardan Kenichi Chatmon, Chloe Spears and Brock and Charli Ana Montgomery.
Does Whitmore School offer a summer program?
Yes, Whitmore School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Whitmore School's ranking?
Whitmore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Least expensive tuition, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Whitmore School?
The application deadline for Whitmore School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 7/11/2026
For the past ten years, the North American School has been proud to partner with Whitmore School, providing Brazilian students with access to a flexible, accredited, and high-quality American high school education. Throughout our partnership, Whitmore School has consistently demonstrated excellence through its student-centered approach, self-paced mastery learning model, and unwavering commitment to academic success. Their dedicated faculty, personalized support, and internationally recognized Cognia accreditation have helped countless students achieve their educational goals while preparing them for universities and careers around the world. We value Whitmore School not only for the quality of its academic programs but also for the professionalism, integrity, and responsiveness of its entire team. It has been a privilege to work alongside such an outstanding institution, and we look forward to many more years of helping students succeed together.
5 3/8/2022
Whitmore School`s mastery learning approach offers students the freedom and responsibility of self-paced learning. Students work one-to-one with their teacher until they have mastered the concepts in the lesson. In this process, students also master important life skills such as time management, critical thinking, effective communication, independence, and responsibility. Whitmore School graduates are accepted to colleges and universities across the country.
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