Rock Point School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked VT School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 26 students
Yearly Tuition: $77,500
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 7 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Rock Point School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Rock Point School
9	5
10	6
11	5
12	10

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Executive Functioning; Processing Speed; Dyslexia; Mild Learning Differences; Dysgraphia; Dyscalculia

Year Founded

1928

School Calendar

First Day of School

Sun. Sep 13, 2026

Last Day of School

Sat. Jun 5, 2027

Campus Size

130 acres

School Motto

Become Your Best Self

Student Body

Total Students

26 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

15%

State avg.: 12%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

7 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$77,500

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Tuition Notes

Day rate is $46,000. All tuition includes all books, supplies, and all activities (except for February break trips and ski passes).

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$31,000

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

90%

Admissions Director

Hans Manske

Admissions Associate

Jill Strawbridge

Application URL

Endowment Size

$3 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Intramural Sports Only

Colors

Green and White

School Mascot

Fiddlehead Fern

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Community ServiceDungeons and Dragons Club

GSASkateboarding Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama ProgramStained Glass

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Alpine SkiingSnowboarding

School Notes

Rock Point School is an alternative boarding school supporting diverse leaners.
We serve students from a variety of backgrounds who are seeking a supportive, inclusive alternative to traditional school.
We work with high school students who are bright and creative who have not thrived in traditional school settings due to social struggles, anxiety, ADHD, level 1 autism, depression, executive functioning challenges, and uneven learning profiles.
We use a relationship based approach that focuses on meeting a student where they are and building a supportive respectful community to help students gain the skills they need to realize their academic and human potential.
Our college-preparatory academics develop students for life after high school wherever it may take them and our residential program challenges and captivates student interest in new and exhilarating activities.

Academic Courses: Each year, Rock Point students take a class in each of our five core content areas: English, Math, History, Science, and Art. These classes generally meet for 45-minute periods once per day. Art and Science classes also have 90-minute periods to work on longer-term projects in the studio and the lab. In the afternoon, students have one hour of supervised study hall when all teachers are available to continue to provide support and instruction. Three days per week, students have electives such as: photography, stained glass, creative writing, theater, and many more. Students often look forward to these electives classes as a chance to connect with their core classroom teacher and their peers in a more free-form and creative setting.
Transferable Skills: Some transferable skills are practiced primarily in the classroom, although they can be applied more broadly: writing, critical thinking, note-taking. Other skills are practiced everywhere in our program, as we help students learn to manage their time, maintain healthy relationships, and develop essential character traits like compassion, creativity, and resilience.
Tailored to the Individual: At Rock Point School, we are serious about considering the particular strengths and challenges of each individual student in every aspect of our program. All schools seek to do this, of course, but our small size allows us to be more flexible, responsive, and nuanced than larger institutions. While we believe that all students benefit from a learning environment where they are more fully known by their teachers, experience has shown us that certain students seem to need this more than others. For some, being truly known allows them to grow and change in ways they had never dreamed were possible.
Life outside of class: The residential staff shares their love for outdoor adventure and the arts, as well as just spending time with students. Every weekend there is a range of activities offered at school, in the amazing college town of Burlington, and throughout Vermont, New England, and upstate New York. These include skiing/snowboarding, hiking, biking, cooking and baking, gardening, community service projects, watching sporting events, and attending art shows, poetry slams, music concerts, and plays. We also regularly take camping trips around Vermont and occasionally go backpacking, white water rafting, sailing, and more, depending on the interests of our student body.
Trips: We pursue travel education both far afield and close to home. Students have opportunities to go on trips to Montreal, Boston, New Hampshire, New York, and Maine. Each year, usually during February vacation, we offer a longer and further distance trip with an educational or service component. Most recently, we have traveledto Alabama and Georgiaas part of our study of American History and the Civil Rights Movement.
Teaching Healthy Living: The personal, emotional and social wellbeing of every student is as important as his or her achievement in the classroom. In everyday life at Rock Point School, students explore their physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Through work crews, study halls in the evening, and all kinds of fun activities, students learn to manage their time and find a healthy balance between work and play. Our activities in the dorm are geared toward art and culture, outdoor recreation, and community service. Throughout these areas, we teach students about the basics of self-care: getting enough exercise, getting enough rest, paying attention to nutrition, and having healthy ways to relax and de-stress.
Summer Session: At Rock Point, we also offer a fun, exciting, supportive place for students to spend their summer. Whether they need to make up academic credit, or simply want to build organizational and social skills, and live in a structured setting, our summer session is a great option. The summer consists of outdoor adventures as well as classroom work. We especially enjoy the way Burlington, Vermont comes alive in the summertime. And, just as in our regular-year program, the summer session emphasizes healthy relationships with staff, learning to be good members of a community, a range of fun activities, and a chance to build academic skills.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- James Graham - CEO and Founder of Community Phone
- Jo Dee Messina - Country Singer, winner of Academy of Country Music's Top Female Artist of the year, and the CMA's Horizon Award.
- Pamela Rae Schuller - Internationally known disability and mental health advocate and professional stand-up comedian.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rock Point School cost?

Rock Point School's tuition is approximately $77,500 for private students and $8,500 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Rock Point School?

The acceptance rate of Rock Point School is 75%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

Who are famous alumni from Rock Point School?

Rock Point School famous alumni include: James Graham, Jo Dee Messina and Pamela Rae Schuller.

What sports does Rock Point School offer?

Rock Point School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.

What is Rock Point School's ranking?

Rock Point School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Rock Point School?

The application deadline for Rock Point School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Rock Point School located?

Rock Point School is located in the New North End neighborhood of Burlington, VT. There are 1 other private schools located in New North End.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chittenden County, VT is $17,689 for elementary schools and $30,533 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chittenden County, VT is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).