Dublin School vs. Brewster Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Dublin School ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 86 schools) for:
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Brewster Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 98 schools) for:
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School History
Overview
When prospective students visit Dublin School, they are given a Moleskine notebook as a reminder of our effort to make Dublin a place where each student will write their own story - without the pressure of fitting into a mold or living up to other`s expectations.
Dublin nurtures a culture that emphasizes trying new things while embracing the joys of being a teenager.
We believe that this culture, together with Dublin`s rich history and stunning location, allows our students to grow in ways that they might have found unimaginable before Dublin.
Our size allows us to be intentional in everything we do.
Whether that is beginning every day as a community in Morning Meeting - sharing stories and our talents - or in creating signature programs around Writing, Programming Robotics Imagination Science Math (PRISM), Spanish Language Learning, Endurance Sports, Theater, or Residential Life - everything has purpose.
We believe in building a life of meaningful work that allows teenagers to find the deep satisfaction that is a byproduct of effort and achievement.
Brewster Academy is a flourishing, innovative secondary school in one of the most picturesque areas of New England on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee and a short drive from the majestic White Mountains yet less than two hours from Boston.
The campus sits along a mile of shoreline with 20 dormitories and attached faculty residences that provide a strong on-campus adult and family presence to this quintessential boarding school community.
Campus is just steps away from a vibrant downtown with cafes, restaurants, and shops.
An imposing academic building dominates the center of campus and a 50,000 square-foot athletics facility is nestled into the hillside, overlooking the playing fields, the lake, and the mountains.
A recently renovated performing arts center is a hub for talent and all-school gatherings.
Take a look for yourself here: http://www.brewsteracademy.org or plan a visit to experience the beauty and community of Brewster.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12, PG
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1935
1820
Campus Size
500 acres
80 acres
Students Body
Enrollment
165
355
% Students of Color
16%
14%
% International Students
16%
20%
% Students Boarding
75%
80%
Average SAT Score
1277
n/a
Average ACT score
28
n/a
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
Yes
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Bi-Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
10
11
Student : Teacher ratio
5:1
6:1
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
14
8
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
57%
Summer Program Offered
No
No
Finances
Endowment Size
$7 million
$15 million
Tuition (Boarding Students)
$68,800
$69,400
Tuition (Day Students)
$39,500
$39,900
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$35,000
$35,250
Admission
Application Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Dec. 19 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Accepts Standardized Application
No
Yes
SSAT Required
No
No
Average Percentile SSAT
n/a
54
Acceptance Rate
46%
50%
Director of Admissions
Jill Hutchins
Nick Wilbur
Associate Director of Admissions
Matt Parker
Alice Mann
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
14
8
Sport
Total Sports Offered
13
17
Sports
Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country Running, Dance, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee
Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis
Extracurricular
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
26
18
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
"Dubdance" Film Festival, A Capella, Academic Committee, Amnesty International, Athletic Committee, Band Ensembles, Big Brother Big Sister, Bridge Club, Creative Writing, Dubliners Chorus, Fishing Club, Gay Straight Alliance, Gender Sexuality Alliance, Instrumental Ensemble, Layman's Way Literary Magazine, Lighting and Tech Crew, Model United Nations, Observatory Committee, Poetry Out Loud, Pond Hockey, Proctors, Robotics Team, Rock Band, Social Awareness Alliance, Student Council, Yearbook Committee
Advanced Media Group, Advanced Strength Training, Brewster Big Friends, Cappies, Ceridwen (Writing Club), Computer Graphics, Conditioning, Dance Team, Diversity Club, Gay Straight Alliance (GSA), High & Low Ropes Course, Instructional Golf, Performing Arts Club, Robotics Team, Salmagundy (newspaper), The Blue and White (Yearbook), Tour Guides (admissions), Yoga