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Best Ballet Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 23 boarding schools offering ballet as an interscholastic sport, serving 12,596 students.

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Oldfields School Photo - Oldfields' campus is 140 acres located in Maryland's scenic horse country, close to the cultural centers of Washington, DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City and within driving distance of natural resources like the Chesapeake Bay, Appalachian Mountains, and Atlantic beaches. In addition, the international airport BWI is only 30 minutes away.

Maine Central Institute Photo - Maine Central Institute is an independent college preparatory day and boarding school founded in 1866. We are located in Pittsfield, Maine.

St. Timothy's School Photo - The Commons is equal parts living room and dining room. The newest building on campus, the Commons is a gathering space that houses the dining hall and the new Redlands Cafe.

St. Stephen's Episcopal School Photo

Idyllwild Arts Academy Photo - Krone Library is home to countless resources and study spaces for IAA students as well as the College Counseling Office. Our College Counseling staff work with our students throughout their time at the Academy, helping them prepare for the next step in their artistic journey.

Stoneleigh-Burnham School Photo - Stoneleigh-Burnham offers one of the premier equestrian centers among secondary schools in the United States. Our equestrian center is located on campus and every rider, from the complete novice to the advanced jumper, receives personalized instruction from experienced coaches that reflects their interests, goals, and abilities.

Collège du Léman Sàrl Photo

Phillips Academy Andover Photo - The quintessential New England campus is 21 miles to Boston by car or train, and a 10 minute walk to downtown Andover.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo - Explore methods ranging from traditional film photography and darkroom processes to innovative digital techniques. Study the history and application of the photographic process while embracing contemporary practices. MSA offers four levels of photography to challenge and inspire everyone from beginners to the most advanced student photographers.

Emma Willard School Photo

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Photo - Rabun Gap's expansive campus includes a 27-acre athletic complex with athletic facilities rivaling those of many small colleges.

Mercersburg Academy Photo

North Broward Preparatory School Photo - Within the picturesque grounds of North Broward's campus, students from Florida and around the world are warmly welcomed by talented and caring faculty and staff into a warm and nurturing environment.

Grier School Photo

Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Many classes use our 1100 acre campus as an extension of our classroom. Student to teacher ratio 7:1

Saint James School Photo - Commencement is held on the fabled steps of Claggett Hall. 100% of Saint James students are accepted into college, with 95% admitted to one of their top three choices.

Oldfields School Photo - Oldfields' campus is 140 acres located in Maryland's scenic horse country, close to the cultural centers of Washington, DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City and within driving distance of natural resources like the Chesapeake Bay, Appalachian Mountains, and Atlantic beaches. In addition, the international airport BWI is only 30 minutes away.

Maine Central Institute Photo - Maine Central Institute is an independent college preparatory day and boarding school founded in 1866. We are located in Pittsfield, Maine.

St. Timothy's School Photo - The Commons is equal parts living room and dining room. The newest building on campus, the Commons is a gathering space that houses the dining hall and the new Redlands Cafe.

Idyllwild Arts Academy Photo - Krone Library is home to countless resources and study spaces for IAA students as well as the College Counseling Office. Our College Counseling staff work with our students throughout their time at the Academy, helping them prepare for the next step in their artistic journey.

Stoneleigh-Burnham School Photo - Stoneleigh-Burnham offers one of the premier equestrian centers among secondary schools in the United States. Our equestrian center is located on campus and every rider, from the complete novice to the advanced jumper, receives personalized instruction from experienced coaches that reflects their interests, goals, and abilities.

Phillips Academy Andover Photo - The quintessential New England campus is 21 miles to Boston by car or train, and a 10 minute walk to downtown Andover.

Miller School of Albemarle Photo - Explore methods ranging from traditional film photography and darkroom processes to innovative digital techniques. Study the history and application of the photographic process while embracing contemporary practices. MSA offers four levels of photography to challenge and inspire everyone from beginners to the most advanced student photographers.

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Photo - Rabun Gap's expansive campus includes a 27-acre athletic complex with athletic facilities rivaling those of many small colleges.

North Broward Preparatory School Photo - Within the picturesque grounds of North Broward's campus, students from Florida and around the world are warmly welcomed by talented and caring faculty and staff into a warm and nurturing environment.

Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Many classes use our 1100 acre campus as an extension of our classroom. Student to teacher ratio 7:1

Top Ballet Boarding Schools (2026)

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Location

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Branksome Hall

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10 Elm Avenue
Toronto, Canada m4w 1n4
(416) 920-9741

Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 19 students Acceptance rate: 33% Tuition listed

Collège du Léman Sàrl

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Route de Sauverny 74
Geneva, Switzerland 1290
41227755656

Gr: 4-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 1,900 students Tuition listed

Cushing Academy

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39 School Street
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-7300

Gr: 9-12, PG | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed

Dana Hall School

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45 Dana Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 489-1331

Gr: 9-12 | 5-12 (day) | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed

Emma Willard School

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285 Pawling Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 833-1320

Gr: 9-12, PG | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed

Fountain Valley School of Colorado

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6155 Fountain Valley School Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
(719) 391-5251

Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed

Grier School

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2522 Grier School Road
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-3000

Gr: 7-12, PG | 5-12, PG (day) | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 9 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

Idyllwild Arts Academy

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52500 Temecula Road
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 468-7223

Gr: 9-12, PG | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed

Maine Central Institute

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295 Main Street
Pittsfield, ME 04967
(207) 487-2282

Gr: 9-12, PG | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed

Mercersburg Academy

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100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, PA 17236
(717) 328-6173

Gr: 9-12, PG | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 25% Tuition listed

Miller School of Albemarle

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1000 Samuel Miller Loop
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 818-1385

Gr: 8-12, PG | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed

North Broward Preparatory School

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7600 Lyons Road
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 247-0179

Gr: 6-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 1,620 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

Oldfields School

(non-sectarian)

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1500 Glencoe Road
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152
(443) 662-1009

Gr: 8-12, PG | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed

Phillips Academy Andover

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180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050

Gr: 9-12, PG | 1,169 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Acceptance rate: 13% Tuition listed

Phillips Exeter Academy

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20 Main Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437

Gr: 9-12, PG | 1,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 17% Tuition listed

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

(Presbyterian)

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339 Nacoochee Drive
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
(706) 746-7720

Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 48% Tuition listed

Saint James School

(Episcopal)

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17641 College Road
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 733-9330

Gr: 8-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition listed

St. Paul's School

(Episcopal tradition)

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325 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 229-4700

Gr: 9-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 16% Tuition listed

St. Stephen's Episcopal School

(Episcopal)

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6500 St. Stephen's Drive
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 327-1213

Gr: 8-12 | 6-12 (day) | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 17 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

St. Timothy's School

(Episcopal)

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8400 Greenspring Avenue
Stevenson, MD 21153
(410) 486-7401

Gr: 9-12, PG | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 60% Tuition listed

Shawnigan Lake School

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1975 Renfrew Road
Shawnigan Lake, BC, Canada V0R2W1
(250) 743-6207

Gr: 8-12 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate: 60% Tuition listed

Stoneleigh-Burnham School

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574 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-2711

Gr: 7-12, PG | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed

Westover School

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1237 Whittemore Rd.
Middlebury, CT 06762
(203) 577-4521

Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed

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