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Dublin School Photo - There`s dramatic beauty that is apparent on your first visit to Dublin. Surrounded by unspoiled forests, pristine lakes and Mt. Monadnock - the most climbed mountain in the world, our 500-acre campus supports a vibrant and supportive community of scholars, artists and athletes.

Highest Average SAT Scores

Among "Schools with < 200 Students", view the boarding schools with the highest average SAT scores (2025-26).
For several key reasons (listed below), these comparisons are intended only as informal reference points for evaluating the SAT taking ability of a school's student body.
A school's average SAT score is based on a relatively small sample of students from year to year (typically less than 100 students for a graduating class).
Average SAT scores, then, can naturally fluctuate year to year while the quality of the overall program and strength of the student body remains consistent.
Schools in the list below are often separated by small statistical differences, which for all intents and purposes, are not meaningful in determining the overall strength of the student body between two schools.
As a final note: average SAT scores should never be used by a family as an expectation of what score they can expect their child to receive if they go to a particular institution.
The SAT correlates very closely with the SSAT: Students who have high SSAT scores invariably have high SAT scores and vise versa - SAT scores generally reflect the testing ability of the student prior to being admitted at a school.
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600) Range:
1010
1450 Avg. Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1222

Highest Average SAT Scores

Among Schools with < 200 Students (out of 32 schools)

Sorted by range (alphabetically within range)
51³Ô¹ÏÍø School
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600)
Grades
Location
Rank: #1-21.-2
Subiaco Academy
Subiaco Academy Photo - Named by Architecture Digest as one of "The World's Most Beautiful 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Schools," the modified Romanesque style architecture was rebuilt in 1959 using native sandstone taken from our own quarries about a mile northeast of the Abbey.
All-Boys (Catholic)
(4)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
>1400
Grades: 7-12
405 North Subiaco Avenue
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
Rank: #1-21.-2
Thomas Jefferson School
Thomas Jefferson School Photo - TJ sits on 20 picturesque acres in suburban St. Louis, MO.
(2)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
>1400
Grades: 7-12
4100 South Lindbergh Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63127
(314) 843-4151
Rank: #3-43.-4
The Knox School
The Knox School Photo - The Knox School is a premier boarding and day school located on 35 acres of waterfront property along the North Shore of Long Island. Accessible to New York City, JFK International Airport, and the Ferry to Connecticut.
(2)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1350-1400
Grades: 6-12, PG
541 Long Beach Road
Saint James, Long Island, NY 11780
(631) 686-1600
Rank: #3-43.-4
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1350-1400
Grades: 9-12, PG
255 Olympic Valley Road | P.O. Box 2180
Olympic Valley, CA 96146
(245) 582-8690
Rank: #5-65.-6
Wayland Academy
Wayland Academy Photo - Wayland Hall, the most historic buildings on campus, currently houses first-year and sophomore boys. The interior was remodeled recently and offers some of the nicest rooms and gathering spaces on any campus in America.
(4)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1300-1350
Grades: 9-12, PG
101 North University
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
(800) 860-7725
Rank: #5-65.-6
Westover School
Westover School Photo
All-Girls
(12)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1300-1350
Grades: 9-12, PG
1237 Whittemore Rd.
Middlebury, CT 06762
(203) 577-4521
Rank: #7-127.-12
Dublin School
Dublin School Photo - There`s dramatic beauty that is apparent on your first visit to Dublin. Surrounded by unspoiled forests, pristine lakes and Mt. Monadnock - the most climbed mountain in the world, our 500-acre campus supports a vibrant and supportive community of scholars, artists and athletes.
(1)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1250-1300
Grades: 9-12
18 Lehmann Way, PO Box 522
Dublin, NH 03444
(603) 563-7075
Rank: #7-127.-12
La Lumiere School
La Lumiere School Photo - La Lumiere School is a private, independent boarding and day school founded in 1963, located in La Porte, Indiana, on an idyllic 190-acre wooded campus. At La Lumiere, we form character, cultivate scholarship, and explore faith in order to grow into more complete versions of ourselves.
(Catholic)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1250-1300
Grades: 9-12, PG
6801 N. Wilhelm Road
La Porte, IN 46350
(219) 326-7450
Rank: #7-127.-12
Oakwood Friends School
Oakwood Friends School Photo - Autumn colors on campus
(Quaker)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1250-1300
Grades: 9-12  | 6-12 (day)
22 Spackenkill Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 462-4200
Rank: #7-127.-12
St. Bernard Preparatory School
St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo - Academic achievement is high on the list of St. Bernard Prep priorities, with students consistently ranking above national and state averages in ACT and National Merit Exams.
(Catholic)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1250-1300
Grades: 7-12
1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
Rank: #7-127.-12
South Kent School
South Kent School Photo
All-Boys (Episcopal)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1250-1300
Grades: 9-12, PG
40 Bulls Bridge Rd
South Kent, CT 06785
(860) 927-3539
Rank: #7-127.-12
THINK Global School
THINK Global School Photo - THINK Global School is comprised of 30 high school students who hail from all over the world. It's an opportunity to live next to and learn from a truly global student body.
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1250-1300
Grades: 11-12
1460 Broadway Street #4027
New York, NY 10036
(646) 504-6924
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii Photo - Asia Pacific International School (APIS) is a K-12, coed, college-preparatory school with a mission to nurture leaders of the New Pacific Century and bridge the gap between East and West.
(Christian)
(1)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 5-12, PG  | K-12, PG (day)
54-230 Kamehameha Hwy
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 670-1909
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Blue Ridge School
Blue Ridge School Photo - Our lake offers students a chance to relax, fish, canoe - in the center of campus.
All-Boys (Episcopal)
(7)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12
273 Mayo Drive
St. George, VA 22935
(434) 985-2811
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Buffalo Seminary
Buffalo Seminary Photo - Our oldest tradition may be forward thinking but we are anchored in many other traditions too. Roses and white dresses for commencement. Our Social & Academic Honor Code. Morning Meeting to start the day. ..
All-Girls
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12, PG
205 Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Chatham Hall
Chatham Hall Photo - Our students thrive in a dynamic environment designed specifically for their success.
All-Girls (Episcopal)
(5)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12
800 Chatham Hall Circle
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-5516
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12
500 Holden Way
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2562
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Maharishi School
Maharishi School Photo - Three brick buildings form the main classroom complex of Maharishi School which overlook a central garden and 4100 square foot organic greenhouse. The school has two libraries, three computer labs, three art rooms, a fully equipped digital and conventional photography lab, two music rooms, and a spacious auditorium. Athletic facilities include a Basketball gym, outdoor tennis courts, & Recreation Center
(2)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12  | PK-12 (day)
804 Dr Robert K Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Marvelwood School
Marvelwood School Photo - We offer a wide variety of competitive athletics each season.
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12, PG
476 Skiff Mountain Road
Kent, CT 06757
(860) 927-0047
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Stuart Hall School
Stuart Hall School Photo - Students in Old Main Hallway
(Episcopal)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 8-12, PG  | 6-12, PG (day)
235 West Frederick Street
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 213-7098
Rank: #13-2213.-22
Verde Valley School
Verde Valley School Photo - World class rock climbing and hundreds of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails near our campus keep our afternoon activities program varied and exciting.
(12)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12
3511 Verde Valley School Road
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 284-2272
Rank: #13-2213.-22
West Nottingham Academy
West Nottingham Academy Photo - Nestled on 100 acres in northeast Maryland, WNA is geographically situated among Washington DC, Baltimore, MD, Wilmington, DE, Philadelphia, PA New York City, and the Delaware beaches. A campus where students learn and play.
(10)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1200-1250
Grades: 9-12, PG
1079 Firetower Road
Colora, MD 21917
(410) 658-9224
Rank: #23-2523.-25
Hyde School
Hyde School Photo
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1150-1200
Grades: 9-12, PG
616 high street
bath, ME 04530
(207) 443-7128
Rank: #23-2523.-25
Michigan Lutheran High School
Michigan Lutheran High School Photo - Michigan Lutheran High School opened its best-in-class dormitory in August 2014. We are only one of six boarding schools recognized by the state of Michigan.
(Christian)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1150-1200
Grades: 9-12
615 East Marquette Woods Road
St. Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
Rank: #23-2523.-25
North Cedar Academy
North Cedar Academy Photo - Welcome to North Cedar Academy!
(3)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1150-1200
Grades: 9-12, PG
1500 Port Arthur Road
Ladysmith, WI 54848
(715) 609-1723
Rank: #26-2826.-28
Academy of the Holy Family
Academy of the Holy Family Photo - Ambassadors Club
All-Girls (Catholic)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1100-1150
Grades: 9-12
54 W. Main Street Box 691
Baltic, CT 06330
(860) 822-6279
Rank: #26-2826.-28
Northwood School
Northwood School Photo
(1)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1100-1150
Grades: 9-12, PG
92 Northwood Road
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3382
Rank: #26-2826.-28
Valley Forge Military Academy
Valley Forge Military Academy Photo - VFMA offers college preparatory academics, credentialed faculty, competitive PIAA athletics, and individual attention, providing cadets with an environment focused on their academic success.
All-Boys
(2)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1100-1150
Grades: 7-12, PG
1001 Eagle Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 989-1399
Rank: #29-3029.-30
Besant Hill School
Besant Hill School Photo - Besant Hill School is located in the Ojai Valley, on 500 acres of private land with beautiful vistas in every direction. Facilities include four dormitories, outdoor sports facilities including a new aquatic center, indoor theater, atelier, and classrooms nestled along winding paths and oak trees. We also have an eight acre organic farm.
(1)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1050-1100
Grades: 9-12, PG
8585 Ojai Santa Paula Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-4343
Rank: #29-3029.-30
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
1050-1100
Grades: 8-12, PG
45 Cottage Road
Oakdale, CT 06370
(860) 823-3861
Rank: #31-3231.-32
The Gow School
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
<1050
Grades: 5-12, PG
2491 Emery Road
South Wales, NY 14139
(716) 687-2001
Rank: #31-3231.-32
Hargrave Military Academy
Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Hargrave strives to develop well-rounded young men. Hargrave offers various opportunities for Cadets to be involved with music and the arts.
All-Boys (Baptist)
(6)
Average SAT Score
(Out of 1600):
<1050
Grades: 7-12, PG
200 Military Drive
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480

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