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492 Holmes Road, PO Box 1166, Pittsfield, MA 01201 -  Map
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"Founded in 1898, Miss Hall's School augments a sophisticated college-preparatory curriculum with two innovative, nationally acclaimed programs. Through Horizons, girls work off-campus to hone communication and problem-solving skills, refine ethical positions, strengthen financial literacy, and explore interests for college majors and careers. Through the Girls Leadership Project, girls design programs and workshops around the themes of "voice" and leadership..."
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| School Focus |
College Preparatory |
College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered
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9-12 |
9-12 |
| School Type |
All-girls |
Co-ed |
| Support
for ADD/ADHD Students |
No |
No |
| Religious Affiliation |
Non-denominational |
Non-denominational |
| Year Founded |
1898 |
1900 |
| Campus Size |
85 acres |
150 acres |
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| Enrollment |
185 students |
300 students |
| Percent Students of Color |
22% |
18% |
| Percent International Students |
24% |
16% |
| Percent Students Boarding |
75% |
72% |
| Average
SAT Score |
n/a |
*National
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| Offers
Post-Grad Year |
No |
No |
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| Saturday Classes |
No |
No |
| Classroom Dress Code |
Casual |
Formal |
| Average Class
Size |
11 |
12
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School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student
Ratio |
1:5 |
1:7
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered |
11 |
14 |
| ESL Courses Offered |
Yes |
Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree |
70% |
60% |
| Summer Program Offered |
No |
Yes |
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| Endowment Size |
$12 million |
$16 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) |
$41,800
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$38,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) |
$25,850 |
$21,950 |
| Percent Students
on Financial Aid |
50% |
31% |
| Average Financial Aid
Grant |
$
23,001 |
$
17,000 |
| Merit Scholarships
Offered |
Yes |
No |
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| Application Deadline |
Feb. 15 / rolling |
Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required |
Yes |
Yes |
| Acceptance Rate |
58% |
60% |
| Director of Admissions |
Kimberly B. Boland |
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| Total Interscholastic
Sports Offered |
10 |
13 |
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Founded in 1898, Miss Hall's School augments a sophisticated college-preparatory curriculum with two innovative, nationally acclaimed programs. Through Horizons, girls work off-campus to hone communication and problem-solving skills, refine ethical positions, strengthen financial literacy, and explore interests for college majors and careers. Through the Girls Leadership Project, girls design programs and workshops around the themes of "voice" and leadership. With full offerings in the arts and athletics; rigorous Advanced Placement and Honors courses; dedicated faculty; and a diverse student body of girls from 18 states and 20 countries, Miss Hall’s School inspires and encourages each girl to pursue the highest standards of learning and character; to contribute boldly and creatively to the common good; and to seek a purposeful life based on honor, respect, and personal authenticity.more than 100 years later, the mission of Miss Hall's School is as vital as when it was founded - girls thrive when they are at the center. School accreditations: Association of Secondary Schools in New England (AISNE), Association of International Educators (NAFSA), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Northeastern Boarding Schools Admission Association (NBSAA), National Coalition of Girls' Schools - Sample of notable school alumni:
Lucy Adams Billings '66 - New York State Supreme Court Justice Barbara Cooperman '73 - Executive VP, Market Communications and Corporate Relations, Elsevier Jean Erdman '34 - An influential figure in the world of modern dance and part of the Martha Graham Dance Company; was on the faculty of Columbia University and New York University; was the wife of mythologist Joseph Campbell until his death in 1987. Paula Leuchs Moats '72 - Senior VP, Laconia Capital Corporation Susan O'Day '77 - Chief Information Officer and VP, Global Shared Services, Bristol-Myers Squibb Molly Shepard '64 - President and CEO, The Leader's Edge Stacey Sotirhos '89 - Instructional Support Specialist, New York City Board of Education Kari Steinert '85 - Big Foote Music, composer and musician for commercials and films Dian Adams Toland '72 - Project Director of Construction and Restoration, The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation Catherine Foster '95 - Architect, Pei Cobb Freed + Partners
- Profile last updated: 09/17/2008
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