Whitmore School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked WV School
School Type: 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

School News

New AP Courses at Whitmore School - 08/09/2026
Whitmore School offers 7 AP courses. Students may earn dual credit and get a head start on college.
AP Language and Composition
AP Literature and Composition
AP Statistics
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP US Government ...moreand Politics
AP World History
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Whitmore School Courses - NCAA Approved - 07/23/2026
Whitmore School offers NCAA-approved courses! Helping student-athletes complete their education while training, traveling, and competing in their sport.

School Rankings

Whitmore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia
National Honor Society (NHS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

School Type

Online School

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

Link to Summer Program Details

State Accredited Program

Accreditation Notes

Accredited through North Central Association - Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, Cognia Global Commission

Personalized Content

Yes

Live Instruction

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 & 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

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Chemistry

AP Language and CompositionAP Literature and Composition

AP US Government and PoliticsAP World History

APStatistics

Average SAT score

1235

Average ACT score

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Link to Matriculation Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
(no dress code)

Tuition & 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:

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

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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).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 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.

- Posted by Administrator - Carlos Lessa

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.

- Posted by Administrator - Principal

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in West Virginia is $10,894 for elementary schools and $10,567 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in West Virginia is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).