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Best Vermont Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 1,670 students located throughout Vermont.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,670
  • Average Tuition: $70,340
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 63%
  • Average Class Size: 10 students
  • % Students Boarding: 55%
  • % International Students: 12%
  • % Students of Color: 13%
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 33%
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 74%
The Greenwood School
St. Johnsbury Academy
Lyndon Institute
Rock Point School
The Putney School

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,670
  • Average Tuition: $70,340
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 63%
  • Average Class Size: 10 students
  • % Students Boarding: 55%
  • % International Students: 12%
  • % Students of Color: 13%
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 33%
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 74%

Top Vermont Boarding Schools (2026)

The Greenwood School Photo - Here in Putney, Vermont, The Greenwood School is surrounded by beautiful lakes and rivers enjoyed by faculty and students during the fall and spring seasons.
The Greenwood School
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students
Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Avg. class size: 4 students
Acceptance rate: 20%
Tuition listed
All-boys
14 Greenwood Lane
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-4545
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Lyndon Institute Photo
Lyndon Institute
Gr: 9-12, PG | 430 students
Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 98%
Tuition listed
PO Box 127, 168 Institute Circle
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
(802) 535-3700
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The Putney School Photo
The Putney School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 232 students
Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 60%
Tuition listed
418 Houghton Brook Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-6201
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Rock Point School Photo - Engaged learning with hands-on teachers.
Rock Point School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 34 students
Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Avg. class size: 8 students
Acceptance rate: 75%
Tuition listed
1 Rock Point Road
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 863-1104
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St. Johnsbury Academy Photo - One of the most beautiful campuses in America, in one of the most beautiful states.
St. Johnsbury Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | 924 students
Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Tuition listed
1000 Main Street, PO Box 906
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 751-2130
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Vermont?
There are 5 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Vermont.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding school in Vermont?
The average Vermont boarding school tuition cost is $70,340 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school in Vermont?
St. Johnsbury Academy, founded in 1842, is the oldest boarding school in Vermont.
What boarding school in Vermont has the lowest acceptance rates?
The Greenwood School has the lowest boarding school acceptance rate (20%) in Vermont.
What boarding school in Vermont has the highest average SAT scores?
The Putney School has the highest average SAT scores (1320) in Vermont.

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