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The Madeira School
- A+Overall Grade
- Private, Boarding, All-Girls
- 9-12
- McLean, VA
- 70 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityA-
- TeachersA
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA-
- SportsB
Applying
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$48,300
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
$63,250
Received Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid
$36,359
From The Madeira School
The Madeira School is an independent, college preparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12, located on a scenic 376-acre campus just miles from Washington, DC. Our award-winning Co-Curriculum experiential learning program provides internships similar to those offered by colleges. For five weeks each year, girls learn from experience in settings beyond the classroom. Sophomores engage in service, juniors serve on Capitol Hill, and seniors pursue a career interest or passion. Over their four years, Madeira graduates build confidence, leadership skills, and an impressive resume.
The Madeira School Rankings
Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.
Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 91%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
Poll
- 73%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
Boarding
Students
Diversity
A-
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
324
- 50%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.14 responses
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.14 responses
- 57%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.14 responses
Teachers
Poll
- 89%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.18 responses
Poll
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.18 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
—
Boys Athletic Participation
—
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.11 responses
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.11 responses
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.11 responses
The Madeira School Reviews
70 reviews
All Categories
Madeira has been a wonderful experience for our family. We currently have a sophomore who attends and a rising freshman that will start next fall. Madeira embraces girls for their uniqueness and helps them to be the best they can be. It is a diverse school with many options for success! From academic, social, art, riding and athletics, Madeira has something for every girl. The co-curriculum program is extremely unique and unlike any other program we researched. As boarding parents we have many opportunities to be involved with the school. The faculty and staff are top-notch and some of the best in the business.
I was a new sophomore at Madeira. Transitioning to a small all girls school from large co ed public school was interesting, but was right for me. Madeira helped me build my character and find my voice in the classroom and the real world. Through leadership roles and strong relationships with my teachers, I am much more confident and comfortable with talking with adults. However, one of my biggest complaints with Madeira is the lack of participation and energy among students. This is more of a culture thing with the school and could evolve as new grades filter in and out. I do think the administration has been known for overworking students and putting too many responsibilities and pressures on them, which can drain students significantly and lead to a lack of enthusiasm. As with any school, there will always be things to be improved upon, but overall I have loved my time at Madeira and consider myself lucky to have attended such a great school.
When I picture my "happy place," Madeira is it! I credit the school with shaping me into the woman I am today. I was able to be the truest version of myself while I attended Madeira. I was challenged academically, but in an environment where I felt comfortable to excel. The friends I made at Madeira have been lifelong friends--some were even bridesmaids in my wedding. The co-curriculum experience is also monumental. The internships I had as a junior and senior in high school shaped my college studies and eventual career path. If I had a daughter, without a shadow of a doubt, she would be a Madeira girl.