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Episcopal High School
1200 N. Quaker Lane, Alexandria, VA 22302 - View a map of this school Map tel: 877-933-4347
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"Episcopal High School is dedicated to the student's pursuit of excellence and to the joy of learning and self-discovery in a caring and supportive community. Enriched by the educational and cultural resources of the nation's capital, Episcopal's dynamic academic program encourages students to develop individual talents and prepares them to attend selective colleges and universities..."


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Overview:
School Focus College Preparatory College Preparatory
Grades Offered 9-12 9-12
School Type Co-ed Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students No No
Religious Affiliation Episcopal Non-denominational
Year Founded 1839 1900
Campus Size 135 acres 150 acres
     
Student Body
Enrollment 435 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 24% 18%
Percent International Students 9% 16%
Percent Students Boarding 100% 72%
Average SAT Score 1922 *National Avg. » View
SAT range (25th-75th percentile) 1780 - 2110 -
Offers Post-Grad Year No No
     
Academics and Faculty    
Saturday Classes No No
Classroom Dress Code Formal Formal
Average Class Size 12 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 26 14
ESL Courses Offered No Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 80% 60%
Summer Program Offered Yes Yes
     
Finances    
Endowment Size $150 million $16 million
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $40,875 $38,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) n/a $21,950
Percent Students on Financial Aid 30% 31%
Average Financial Aid Grant $ 27,000 $ 17,000
Merit Scholarships Offered Yes No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline Jan. 31 Jan. 15
SSAT Required Yes Yes
Average Percentile SSAT 80% -
Acceptance Rate 35% 60%
Director of Admissions Emily M. Atkinson
Associate Director of Admissions Jim Fitzpatrick
Course Listings:
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 17 13

Interscholastic Sports

BaseballBasketball
CrewCross Country
Field HockeyFootball
GolfIndoor Soccer
LacrosseSoccer
SoftballSquash
TennisTrack and Field
VolleyballWinter Track
Wrestling 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 45 23
  Extracurriculars
 
A Cappella GroupsActivities Committee
Athletic Advisory BoardBook Club
CappiesCeridwen (Writing Club)
CertamenChamber Singers
CheerleadersChoir
Christian FellowshipChronicle (Student Newspaper)
Community CouncilDaemon (Literary Magazine)
Discipline CommitteeDorm Council
e-tech clubEnvironmental Club
ForensicsFree Thinkers
Gay-Straight AllianceInvestment Club
Italian ClubJazz Ensemble
Latham Society (writing)Math Tutors
OrchestraOutdoor Club
Peer MentorsPep Band
Rock and Roll ClubScience Olympiad
Service CouncilSpectrum
Student Health Awareness CommitteeStudent Tutors
Student WaitersStudent-formed Rock Bands
Technology ClubTour Guides
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College Matriculation:  
Year: 2006 10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)  
University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill
15
University of Virginia
12
University of the South--Sewanee
7
University of Georgia, Washington & Lee
6
Trinity College
4
Princeton University
3
University of Pennslyvania
3
Vanderbilt University
3
Boston College, Boston University
2
Davidson College, Tufts University
2
Link to Matriculation Data
School Notes:
  • Episcopal High School is dedicated to the student's pursuit of excellence and to the joy of learning and self-discovery in a caring and supportive community. Enriched by the educational and cultural resources of the nation's capital, Episcopal's dynamic academic program encourages students to develop individual talents and prepares them to attend selective colleges and universities.
  • Students from diverse backgrounds live and learn together in a residential community based on a foundation of honor, spiritual growth, responsibility, and mutual respect. They develop enduring relationships at EHS and grow as discerning, self-reliant, creative, and compassionate individuals. The Episcopal High School community prepares young people to lead principled and fulfilling lives of leadership and service to others.
  • Founded in 1839, Episcopal High School offers dynamic and challenging academics, broad and inclusive programs in arts and athletics, and a host of extracurricular activities. The School's 435 students come from over 30 states, the District of Columbia and 19 foreign countries, bringing a rich diversity of backgrounds and experiences to the EHS community.
  • The 130-acre campus' pastoral setting is enhanced by access to all the resources of the Washington, D.C. area. The traditions of the School serve as a foundation for a progressive college preparatory learning environment with a spiritual foundation. Athletic development, community service, and creative pursuits come together to strengthen the whole student. These complementary opportunities make Episcopal one of a kind.
  • A pastoral 135 acre campus located just 10 miles from nation's capital
  • Famous alumni include: Sen. John McCain, financier Julian Robertson, President of the College Board Gaston Caperton, pediatrician T. Berry Brazelton.
  • Sample of notable school alumni:
    • Senator John McCain '54 - Senator of Arizona, 2008 Presidential Candidate
    • Julian Robertson '51 - Financier, former CEO of Tiger Management
    • Todd Gray '82 - Chef and Owner of DC's Equinox Restaurant
    • T. Berry Brazelton '36 - Renowned Pediatrican and Author
    • Paul de Podesta '91 - Former GM, Los Angeles Dodgers
    • Gaston Caperton '59 - President of The College Board, former Governor of West Virginia
    • Lee D. Ainslie '82 - Managing Partner, Maverick Capital
  • Profile last updated: 10/30/2008
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