The Madeira School
- Private, Boarding, All-Girls
- MCLEAN, VA
All-Girls School
The Madeira School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private, Boarding, All-Girls
- 9-12
- MCLEAN, VA
- Rating 4.25 out of 5 114 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Sportsgrade B
About
Applying
Application Deadline
January 15
Application Fee
$75
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
SSAT, TOEFL
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$54,200
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)
$69,500
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.
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The Madeira School Rankings
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1360
138 responses
Average ACT
31
83 responses
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Why We Teach at Madeira
Find out why Madeira Faculty love teaching at Madeira: Kate Scott, STEAM - "I choose to teach at Madeira because of the students and the way that the School empowers young women. Madeira graduates are so impressive and are the future leaders of this world. It's inspiring and such a great honor to teach here."
Culture & Safety
Poll
88%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 17 responsesPoll
71%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 17 responsesBoarding
Students Boarding
51%
Boarding Days Per Week
7-day
Top Countries
China, Mexico, Jamaica, South Korea, Viet Nam
International Boarding Students
14%
Students
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
343
60%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 20 responses95%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 20 responses60%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 20 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National
17:1Poll
88%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 24 responsesPoll
92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 24 responsesPoll
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 24 responsesMap
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
No data available
Boys Athletic Participation
No data available
94%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 17 responses65%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 17 responses94%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 17 responsesThe Madeira School Reviews
Rating 4.25 out of 5 114 reviews
I have had a very positive experience at Madeira. The teachers and staff are friendly and talented, and the campus is beautiful. The food is pretty good (especially taco days!) The mod schedule eliminates the week many students dread: finals week. It does mean that every week 5, the end of a mod, is particularly stressful. I think the schedule is worth it overall though because it means I can dive deeper into a concept, such as a time period in history in my Global Studies class. My favorite part of Madeira will always be the spirit of the community, across all the events and extracurriculars. Go Snails!
Madeira's mission of "launching women who change the world" guides every aspect of this unique educational experience. I am extremely grateful for my education and appreciate the environment Madeira fosters to make every student thrive. From small, personalized class with the modular schedule, to a tight community of both students and faculty, to worldly experiences, Madeira prepares us for the future that we will inherit. Of particular note is the Co-Curriculum program that gives us real world experiences each year -- something that a teenager cannot find anywhere else. It is extremely impressive to be able to go to a college interview or job interview and say you have worked on Capitol Hill! I think Madeira is made up of small moments - traditions, laughing in the library, baking with your teachers - that become impactful, life-changing moments at such a pivotal age. This personal attention gives us the confidence and the leadership skills to take on any issue. Life changing!
Wonderful combination of a challenging environment AND a supportive, happy community. My daughter was nurtured and thrived, transforming from a quiet girl to a confident woman. I truly do not think she would have had the unique combination of 3 internships, a personalized schedule, teachers who got to know her well, strong leadership development, and the college-like experience anywhere else. It's like going to a small, liberal arts college...in high school. My daughter is so well prepared for college, for advocacy, for interviews, and for whatever she decides to do. She has taught me so much! And the alum network is impressive, supportive, and lifelong. Madeira is a great opportunity and it was the best decision for our family.