Boarding School Review - Established 2003

Chatham Hall

5.00 (5 reviews)
800 Chatham Hall Circle Chatham VA 24531
Tel: (434) 432-5516
chathamhall.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 112 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,500
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Chatham Hall Photo #1 - Chatham Hall's campus was built to promote community and collaboration.
Chatham Hall Photo #2 - Chatham Hall's variety of dynamic and unique programming includes the prestigious Leader and Writer in Residence programs, which bring world leaders to campus to meet with students. Past guests include Venus Williams, Jane Goodall, Gloria Steinem, and Elizabeth Acevedo.
Chatham Hall Photo #3 - Small class sizes help Chatham Hall teachers challenge girls to excel academically. The majority of our faculty and administration live on campus and serve the community in multiple roles.
Chatham Hall Photo #4 - Close to several major metropolitan areas, Chatham Hall boasts its remote location and secluded 362-acre campus in southern Virginia.
Chatham Hall Photo #5 - Chatham Hall is home to students from all over the world!
Chatham Hall Photo #6 - Chatham Hall offers a competitive athletic program, with 10 varsity sports.
Chatham Hall Photo #7 - Our award-winning FTC robotics team, the TuTu Turtles, is a just one avenue STEAM is celebrated and empowered at Chatham Hall.
Chatham Hall Photo #8 - Traditions are what make us, and keep us, Chatham Hall. With a strong sense of community, students are brought together by their love of the School.
Chatham Hall Photo #9 - Arts thrive at Chatham Hall with options for every student of all interests, from theatre and musicals to visual arts and dance.
Chatham Hall Photo #10 - From competitive IEA participation to teaching beginners the basics, there's room for riders of every level in our program. Our facilities include stables for 34 school horses, three teaching arenas, a permanent Hunter Trials course, and plenty of trails.
5.00 (5 reviews)
Tel: (434) 432-5516
800 Chatham Hall Circle
Chatham, VA 24531
chathamhall.org
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Chatham Hall Photo #1 - Chatham Hall's campus was built to promote community and collaboration.
Chatham Hall Photo #2 - Chatham Hall's variety of dynamic and unique programming includes the prestigious Leader and Writer in Residence programs, which bring world leaders to campus to meet with students. Past guests include Venus Williams, Jane Goodall, Gloria Steinem, and Elizabeth Acevedo.
Chatham Hall Photo #3 - Small class sizes help Chatham Hall teachers challenge girls to excel academically. The majority of our faculty and administration live on campus and serve the community in multiple roles.
Chatham Hall Photo #4 - Close to several major metropolitan areas, Chatham Hall boasts its remote location and secluded 362-acre campus in southern Virginia.
Chatham Hall Photo #5 - Chatham Hall is home to students from all over the world!
Chatham Hall Photo #6 - Chatham Hall offers a competitive athletic program, with 10 varsity sports.
Chatham Hall Photo #7 - Our award-winning FTC robotics team, the TuTu Turtles, is a just one avenue STEAM is celebrated and empowered at Chatham Hall.
Chatham Hall Photo #8 - Traditions are what make us, and keep us, Chatham Hall. With a strong sense of community, students are brought together by their love of the School.
Chatham Hall Photo #9 - Arts thrive at Chatham Hall with options for every student of all interests, from theatre and musicals to visual arts and dance.
Chatham Hall Photo #10 - From competitive IEA participation to teaching beginners the basics, there's room for riders of every level in our program. Our facilities include stables for 34 school horses, three teaching arenas, a permanent Hunter Trials course, and plenty of trails.
At Chatham Hall, we believe that when a young woman steps beyond the boundary of her own comfort zone, she realizes the true power of her potential.
Every day across campus, you`ll discover your individual passions, learn to balance joy with challenge, gratitude with ambition, and to champion each other as you begin to weave together informed perspectives that will make up your worldview.
With endless opportunities illuminated before you, you'll feel confident taking the first steps toward a life that is all your own.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 112 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,500
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Chatham Hall ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Small average class sizes
School Resources
Highest endowment/student

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
Chatham Hall
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
School Type
All-girls
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Episcopal
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1894
1909
Campus Size
365 acres
125 acres
School Calendar
View School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping curious thinkers to lead lives of impact.

Student Body

Enrollment
112 students
300 students
% International Students
25%
20%
% Students Boarding
91%
70%
Average SAT Score
1235
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1060 - 1370
-
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
8 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
13
17
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
84%
70%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Summer Program Details
View Summer Program Details
Accreditations
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
National Association of Episcopal Schools
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
13
17
Courses
Advanced BiologyAdvanced Calculus
Advanced ChemistryAdvanced Chinese
Advanced Computer Science ApplicationsAdvanced Computer Science Coding
Advanced English III: American Literature and RhetoricAdvanced English IV: Gothic Archetypes & Icons
Advanced English IV: History of Science FictionAdvanced English IV: Shakespeare’s Comedies
Advanced English IV: Shakespeare’s TragediesAdvanced European History
Advanced French: An Introduction to Francophone LiteratureAdvanced Latin: Capstone Readings
Advanced PhysicsAdvanced Spanish: Hispanic Heritage in the United States
Advanced Statistical AnalysisAdvanced U.S. History: Triumph and Tragedy
Linear Algebra and Differential EquationsMultivariable Calculus
Portfolio (Advanced art classes)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$67 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$68,000
(www.chathamhall.org/admissions/affordability)
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$28,500
$33,500
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$58,750
$44,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Carney O'Brien
Associate Director of Admissions
Samantha Blankenship
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
11
16
Sports
BasketballCross Country
DanceEquestrian
Field HockeyGolf
LacrosseSoccer
SwimmingTennis
Volleyball
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Turtle

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
42
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Activists' ClubAnimation Creation
Architecture Committee of TurtlesAstrology Club
Badminton ClubBake Sale Club
Bit n' Spur Riding ClubBollywood Club
Chatham Athletic CouncilCultural Perspectives
Dermatology ClubFrench Club
Gaming ClubGirl Up
GurlsTalkInternational Student Association
Iris FundLatinos Unidos
Library ClubLiterature Club
Model United NationsNational Water Dance
NOIROutdoors Club
Panache (Dance)Period
Political Awareness ClubPositiviTEA
QuintetRight to Life
Russian ClubSherwood (Drama)
Spanish ClubSpectrum
Stiche in the NicheSustainability Club
The Iris Literary MagazineTuTu Turtles Robotics Team
Voices for the VoicelessWomen's Health Club
YearbookZumba Club

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Sewanee: University of the South
6
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
5
University of Virginia
5
Christopher Newport University
4
Virginia Tech
3
New York University
2
University of California - Berkeley
2
University of St. Andrews (Scotland)
2
Vanderbilt University
2
Washington University in St. Louis
2
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School Notes

  • Chatham Hall is a grades 9-12 girls' boarding school in southern Virginia. Our unique location on 365 scenic acres allows for thoughtful reflection, deep friendships, and a break from the typical distractions. We are invested in all of the experiences that allow you to discover your unique powers.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Georgia O'Keeffe 1905 - Artist
    • Claudia Emerson '75 - Pulitzer Prize Winning Poet
    • Jennifer Quainton '96 - Vice President of Content Programming, Audible
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chatham Hall cost?
Chatham Hall's tuition is approximately $68,000 for boarding students and $28,500 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Chatham Hall?
Chatham Hall famous alumni include: Georgia O'Keeffe 1905, Claudia Emerson '75 and Jennifer Quainton '96.
What sports does Chatham Hall offer?
Chatham Hall offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.
Does Chatham Hall offer a summer program?
Yes, Chatham Hall offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Chatham Hall's ranking?
Chatham Hall ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes and Highest endowment/student.
When is the application deadline for Chatham Hall?
The application deadline for Chatham Hall is Feb. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 / Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

Alumni Reviews Review School

Review
Description

Class of 2006
5.00
The University of Texas at Austin
The moment you step foot on Chatham Hall's campus you immediately feel at home. You feel the warmth of the community and feel accepted by everyone. Chatham Hall made me the person I am today. . .

Class of 2002
5.00
SMU
Chatham Hall is the place you go to more fully realize yourself in a place full of friends, mentors, creative thinkers and FUN. Wellness and spiritual life, sports, arts, service to wild intellectual curiosity, an. . .

Class of 2014
5.00
Yale University
The most important facet of life at Chatham Hall is the strong sense of community. At atmosphere of care, trust, and kindness is the foundation upon which our school is built. This makes. . .
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  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 112 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,500
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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