Overview
Welcome to the Linsly School! Thank you for your interest in our school. For more than two centuries, Linsly has successfully educated and shaped the lives of thousands of students. If you are exploring Linsly as a prospective student or parent, we hope this website gives you a better understanding of the school and provides insights into the vast opportunities and experiences we offer. Founded in 1814, the Linsly School is a private, independent day and boarding school for students in grades 5 through 12. Located in Wheeling, West Virginia, we offer college preparatory classes that combine the traditional values of hard work, respect, honor, honesty, and self-discipline within a challenging academic program designed to unlock the potential of each student. The family-like atmosphere at our school helps students grow and develop under the guidance of faculty members who know them by name and care about their future. Our strong academic program provides students with an emphasis on foundational skills, a challenging college preparatory curriculum, and a commitment to lifelong learning necessary for success in college and beyond. With 100% college placement, Linsly's record as an excellent college preparatory academy speaks for itself. We understand that education is more than test scores and college acceptance letters. Every day, our students live many of life's most important principles: responsibility, commitment, time management, sportsmanship, maturity, and even disappointment. Comprehensive in nature, the Linsly experience extends well beyond the requirements of the classroom. Linsly encourages students to develop their physical skills and realize individual interests through a well-managed program of athletics and extracurricular activities. Linsly’s "no cut / no quit" policy ensures a spot for all students on athletic teams, and requires them to honor their commitments. A respect for competition and sportsmanship, an appreciation for sound physical health, and a willingness to persevere through challenges are values promoted throughout Linsly’s athletic program. Complementing the athletic program, Linsly’s clubs, organizations, and interest groups present students with meaningful opportunities to make connections and contribute to the school community. My wife Aimee and I are proud to be a part of this wonderful school, and we are honored to call Linsly home. Sincerely, Justin Zimmerman Head of School
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Official information of The Linsly School in 2024 | FindingSchool

B+ Boarding
A- Matriculation
B+ Academics
A- Extracurricular activities
B Community
B- Reviews
A Int. student mgmt

Boarding Grades: 7-12
Co-ed
Rural
ESL: Yes
Tuition: $45,090
# of Students: 453
Teacher:Student: 1:7
International Student: 16%
AP Courses: 12
Endowment: $88,300/stu.
Faculty w/ adv. degree: 72%
SAT: 1270/1600
#143
US Boarding School
Matriculation
Ranking University/College Students
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1
#25 University of Virginia 1
#28 New York University 1
#36 Boston College 1
#40 College of William and Mary 1
#42 Boston University 1
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1
#49 Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 8
#55 University of Miami 1
LAC #11 Washington and Lee University 1
#57 University of Pittsburgh 1
#59 Syracuse University 1
#59 University of Maryland: College Park 1
#68 Southern Methodist University 1
#75 Clemson University 1
Arizona State University 1
#182 Ohio University 2
#194 Chatham University 1
#234 West Virginia University 10
LAC #50 Dickinson College 3
#263 Florida Atlantic University 1
#299 Marshall University 1
#317 University of Findlay 1
Alderson-Broaddus University 1
Baldwin Wallace University 1
Bethany College 2
Clarion University of Pennsylvania 1
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Worldwide Campus 1
Geneva College 1
High Point University 2
Marietta College 2
Niagara University 1
Otterbein University 2
Robert Morris University: Chicago 1
Rollins College 1
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 1
University of Northwestern - St. Paul 1
University of Toronto 1
Washington & Jefferson College 1
Waynesburg University 1
West Liberty University 2
Wheeling Jesuit University 3
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AP Courses (Total 12)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Human Geography
Psychology
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
United States History
Chemistry
United States Government and Politics
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Human Geography
Psychology
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
United States History
Chemistry
United States Government and Politics
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
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Sports (Total 15)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Arts (Total 8)
Band
Chorus
Music
Theater
Ceramics
Photography
Studio Art
Art
Band
Chorus
Music
Theater
Ceramics
Photography
Studio Art
Art
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs (Total 40+)
Advertising Staff
After School Art Club
Animal Shelter Club
Camera Club
Chess Club
Childrens Museum Club
Chorus
Classical Club
Environmental Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Advertising Staff
After School Art Club
Animal Shelter Club
Camera Club
Chess Club
Childrens Museum Club
Chorus
Classical Club
Environmental Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Foreign Language Honor Societies
Forensics
French Club
German Club
History Club
Key Club
Lower School Band
Lower School Newspaper
Lower School Wing Society
Math Club
Model United Nations
Multicultural Club
National Honor Society
Newspaper
Outdoor Adventure Club
Princeton Model Congress
Puzzlemaniacs
Scrabble Club
Scrapbooking Club
Shakespeare Club
Spanish Club
Stage Band
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
Technology Club
Upper & Lower School Drama
Upper School Wing Society
Writers Forum
Yearbook
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Basic Info
Year Founded: 1814
Campus Size: 57 acres
Boarding Rate: 22%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation
Application Info
Deadline: 01/31
Interview: Skype, On Campus, Admission Travel to China, Zoom, WeChat
Pre Interview: Updating
Other Accepted Scores: SSAT, TOEFL, Duolingo, IELTs
School Code:
TOEFL: B376
SSAT: 4655
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Brief Reviews (Total 30)
3.4/ 5
Detailed Reviews (Total 3)
2.7 / 5 Overall
0.3 / 5 Academics
1.0 / 5 Campus
0.0 / 5 Student Life
0.3 / 5 Athletic&Art
0.3 / 5 Transportation
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