Holderness School
Holderness
New Hampshire
United States
Overview
Our motto “For God and Humankind ” along with our three main values--Community Character and Curiosity--drive our focus and help strengthen the minds bodies and spiritual lives of our students. The sum of these values is that we have a very warm and connected community with a joyful spirit. If you choose Holderness School you will graduate with an excellent academic foundation strong leadership skills and lifelong connections—ingredients for a happy and successful life.
Academics
Department Director Peter Durnan
Student/Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Average Class Size: 10
Summer Programs: Not Offered
Full Time Teachers: 45
Number of AP Courses Offered: 21
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 60%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Distinctive or New Programs
- Holderness Is Well Known For The Special Program Offerings That Include Project Outreach A Service Based Program For The Freshman Class. Artward Bound An Intensive Study Of The Arts For The Sophomore Class. Outback For The Junior Class - A Legendary P
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 17
Average Students Per Dorm: 17
Number of Girls Dorms: 6
Number of Boys Dorms: 11
Dorm Amenities
Other Dorm Amenities
Facilities
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
- Community Service
- Diversity Club
- Dorm Proctors
- Environmental Club
- Food Council
- Habitat for Humanity
- Outing Club
- Peer Tutoring
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Student Publications
- Yearbook
Arts & Athletics
Arts Department Director: Monique Devine
Athletics Department Director: Rick Eccleston
Arts
Interscholastic Sports
- Alpine Skiing
- Alpine Ski Racing
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Field Hockey
- Football
- Freestyle Skiing
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Nordic Skiing
- Nordic Ski Racing
- Rock Climbing
- Ski Jumping
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
Recreational Sports
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Outdoor Education
- Rock Climbing
- Squash
Graduates
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%
| Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | |||
| 75th percentile |
Notable Alumni
Glenn Lowry
Class of 1972
Director of Museum of Modern Art
Jed Hoyer
Class of 1992
General Manager for the Chicago Cubs
Julia Ford
Class of 2008
Olympic athlete - skiing
Quotes From Alumni
“I hope Holderness always remains devoted to this idea of teaching the whole person of preparing students for the entirety of the lives they will lead as adults.”
-, Class of 1965, Former President of Colby College & NEH Director
“I hope Holderness always remains devoted to this idea of teaching the whole person of preparing students for the entirety of the lives they will lead as adults.”
-William "Bro" Adams, Class of 1965, Former President of Colby College & NEH Director
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 240
Total Day: 43
Total Enrollment: 283
Boys: 158
Girls: 125
Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12
Day Grades Offered: 9-12
School Type: High School, Post-grad
Dress Code: Formal
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: February 1st
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $63,000
5-Day Boarding: N/A
Day Tuition Fee: $41,600
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 39%
Average Awarded: $34,700
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %
Average Merit Scholarship: $
Current Endowment Amount: $46,229,736
Contact
Director of Admissions: David Flynn
Admissions Phone: 603 536 1747
Fax: 603 536 2125
Email: dflynn@holderness.org
Website: https://www.holderness.org
Nearby Schools
- New Hampton School - 11mi / 17 km
- Cardigan Mountain School - 19mi / 31 km
- Tilton School - 22mi / 36 km
- Kimball Union Academy - 33mi / 52 km
- St. Paul’s School - 39mi / 63 km
- St. Johnsbury Academy - 49mi / 78 km
