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At Stuart Hall, there is no mold to fit.

No script to follow. No single way to shine. This is not a monolithic community. At Stuart Hall School, we believe education should be as unique as the students we serve. Nestled in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, our intentionally small, inclusive community empowers students to think beyond the ordinary, explore their passions, and grow into confident, engaged leaders.

Belonging Looks Different Here

About Us

Between ages 11 and 18, the world can be noisy, complicated, and sometimes unkind. So we’ve built something different. Not the real world as it is. But the real world as it could be. A place where every student is known. Every student is heard. And every student belongs—not because they conform, but because they are fully themselves.

Students in Main Hall

By The Numbers

7:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Our low student-teacher ratio helps ensure individualized attention and a close-knit community for all our students. Our average class size is 12 students.

100%

College Placement

College counseling focused on fit, not just name—because the right school makes all the difference.
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80%

of faculty and staff hold advanced degrees

Faculty are partners in discovery—pushing you to think deeper, explore further, and lead your own learning. 

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Countries represented in our student body

Global perspectives shape our inclusive, forward-thinking community.

$3.8 Million

In merit aid offered to our seniors for college

Our graduates are prepared, purposeful, and in demand.

1844

The year Stuart Hall was founded

More than 175 years of belonging, innovation, and purpose-driven education.
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Academic expeditions throughout the Shenandoah Valley

Because the best lessons are often discovered in the natural and cultural richness of our region.

Discover Stuart Hall

A Boarding and Day School for Curiosity, Creativity, and Contribution

An art student works with her teacher in the arts studio

From the very first sketch to a final curtain call, students explore a rich world of visual and performing arts that nurtures creativity, sharpens focus, and builds confidence. Whether you're sculpting in ceramics, designing a college portfolio, or composing your next song, Stuart Hall offers both structure and freedom — a place to take risks, discover your voice, and let your talent speak.

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A fencing student prepares for a match

Every student in grades 8–12 participates in co-curricular offerings at least twice a week. In these after-school activities, students develop new skills, collaborate, compete, and pursue passions. They also learn the ways an active life enhances well-being.

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Upper School students share a laugh together

Upper School is where learning becomes truly personal. Through our Mastery Learning model, students in grades 9–12 take ownership of their education, working closely with teachers and advisors to explore ideas deeply, challenge themselves meaningfully, and grow at their own pace.

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Students enjoy their teacher's lesson during woodworking class

Mastery Learning is an approach to education that focuses on the acquisition of transferable skills rather than rote memorization of content. At Stuart Hall, the most tangible difference is that learning doesn't stop at the end of an assignment or receipt of a grade.

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Students enjoy music played on a guitar by one of their peers.

More than a school — it’s a community that feels like home. From afternoon co-curriculars to weekend adventures in the Shenandoah Valley and beyond, life at Stuart Hall is full of connection, creativity, and growth. Whether you’re a boarder or day student, you’ll find space to lead, belong, and thrive.

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Upcoming Events

Calendar

Join us for moments that matter — from campus traditions and performances to open houses and student showcases.

There’s always something happening at Stuart Hall. Explore our calendar to see what’s coming up, and experience the energy of our community in action.

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