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Athletics. Athletics at Berkshire are designed for every student-whether you're a high-level athlete preparing for college competition or trying a new sport for the first time. This session highlights how athletics enrich student life at all levels and provides opportunities for challenge, discovery, and lasting friendships.
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Palm Beach Reception. We're hitting the road-and we'd love to meet you! Our admission team travels to school fairs and events across the Northeast and beyond, connecting with students and families in their own communities.
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Signature Academic Programs and College Counseling. From exploring passions through Berkshire's Signature Programs to navigating the college process with personalized guidance, students are supported every step of the way. This session highlights how Berkshire helps students discover their interests, develop their strengths, and find the right path for life after Berkshire.
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San Francisco, California, United States
San Francisco Reception. We're hitting the road-and we'd love to meet you! Our admission team travels to school fairs and events across the Northeast and beyond, connecting with students and families in their own communities.
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New York City, New York, United States
New York City Reception. We're hitting the road-and we'd love to meet you! Our admission team travels to school fairs and events across the Northeast and beyond, connecting with students and families in their own communities.
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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Boston Reception. We're hitting the road-and we'd love to meet you! Our admission team travels to school fairs and events across the Northeast and beyond, connecting with students and families in their own communities.
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School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A+
Matriculation
A+
Academics
A-
Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
A+
State of the art facilities
Academic rigor
Academic, artistic, and athletic excellence
Signature programs include Advanced Math Science Research, Pro Vita Winter Session, and Aviation Science
Supportive and inclusive community
Competitive college placement
Founded in 1907, Berkshire School is a co-ed college preparatory boarding and day school for 425 ninth-12th graders and post-graduates, offering a forward-thinking curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities on a 400-acre campus in Sheffield, Massachusetts. Berkshire’s signature programs, including Advanced Math/Science Research, Advanced Humanities Research, and the Pro Vita Winter Session, are offered along with advanced sections and AP offerings in all disciplines. These programs are designed to expand the minds, provide real-world experiences, and distinguish our students in an increasingly competitive college process. With a range of artistic and athletic offerings and national recognition for our efforts in sustainability, Berkshire provides an extraordinary setting in which students are encouraged to learn in the words of the School motto: Pro Vita Non Pro Schola Discimus, “Learning, not just for school but for life.”
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$78,800
Enrollment
425
International Students
18%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
77%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:4
Endowment
$225 million
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1256
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
12
Boarding %
90
School Materials
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 |
| #13 | Dartmouth College | 2 |
| #14 | Vanderbilt University | 1 |
| #22 | University of California: Berkeley | 2 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2024-2025)Number of students who took AP tests
149
Number of tests taken
308
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Environmental Science
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Environmental Science
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Chemistry
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Statistics
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United States History
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United States Government and Politics
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Computer Science Principles
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Microeconomics
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Mountain Biking
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Skiing
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Soccer
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Squash
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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1907 Society
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Beatles Club
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Berkshire Aviators
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Business and Entrepreneurship Club
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Chess Club
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Creative Arts Club
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1907 Society
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Beatles Club
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Berkshire Aviators
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Business and Entrepreneurship Club
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Chess Club
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Creative Arts Club
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Dog Walking Club
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Environmental Action Club
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French Club
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Games Club
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GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance)
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Gender Equity Club
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Harry Styles Club
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Investment Club
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Japanese Club
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Karaoke Club
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Kindness Club
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Kitchen Club
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The LD (Learning Differences) Alliance Club
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Model UNMath Club
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Neuroscience and Mental Awareness Club
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Operation Smile
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Outing Club
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Ping Pong Club
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Poetry Club
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Robotics Club
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Sailing Club
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Self Love Club
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Slam Poetry Club
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Stock and Crypto Club
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True Crime Club
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WBSL - Berkshire School’s Radio Station
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Young Republicans Club
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BSU (Black Student Union)
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Book Club
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Green & Gray Newspaper
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Green & Gray Society
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Islamic Affinity
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Jewish Affinity
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LASA (Latin American Student Association)
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Philosophy Club
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TEDx Club
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Arts
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Chamber Choir
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Jazz
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Music Theory
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Ceramics
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Digital Art
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Digital Music
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Chamber Choir
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Jazz
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Music Theory
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Ceramics
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Digital Art
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Digital Music
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Photography
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Sculpture
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Studio Art
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A Cappella
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Acting
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Guitar
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Reviews
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Overall Rating
Overall Rating
Anonymous User (Parent)
5 / 5
01/28/2026
Beautiful campus. Excellent school leadership with a very clear vision. Strong Professors with broad backgrounds and interests. Expansive opportunities across academics, athletics, the arts. One of our children fell in love with photography and reading. Another of our children fell in love with writing and American sports like Football. A big enough school to find and focus on what matters most to you and a small enough school to know everyone's name. The Head of School will know everyone's name by week 3!
Berkshire students generally have a strong sense of community and an independent streak at the same time. Both are nurtured.
Berkshire students generally have a strong sense of community and an independent streak at the same time. Both are nurtured.
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A parent
5 / 5
03/06/2026
Reviews from other languages
The school environment is beautiful, the facilities are complete, and the teachers are generally good, making it a suitable place for learning.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
09/24/2025
Reviews from other languages
Berkshire School, founded in 1907, is a co-educational boarding school located in Sheffield, Massachusetts, enrolling students from grades 9-12. The school emphasizes fostering students' critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills. It offers 17 AP courses, 36 advanced courses, 4 languages, and 140 academic courses. The school features 10 signature programs, including Advanced Math/Science Research (Economics, Engineering, and Science), Advanced Humanities Research, the Sabin Entrepreneurial Prize STEAM, Pro Vita Winter Session, Aviation Science, and Black Rock Scholars.
School Features:
1. All of Berkshire's electricity generation comes from renewable energy, with 50% of its power supplied by the school's self-installed solar panels. The school has a 2-megawatt, 8-acre solar field, accounting for 40% of its energy supply.
2. Berkshire Bear has strong athletic prowess. Its ice hockey rink is excellent, and its ice hockey team is very strong. Rugby, soccer, and squash teams are also quite good.
3. Mathematics and science subjects are particularly strong. Berkshire School is one of the few high schools in the United States that offers advanced mathematics and science research programs. The Berkshire Advanced Math/Science Research Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art scientific research tools and the latest biology labs, including a natural science project that reaches graduate-level standards.
School Features:
1. All of Berkshire's electricity generation comes from renewable energy, with 50% of its power supplied by the school's self-installed solar panels. The school has a 2-megawatt, 8-acre solar field, accounting for 40% of its energy supply.
2. Berkshire Bear has strong athletic prowess. Its ice hockey rink is excellent, and its ice hockey team is very strong. Rugby, soccer, and squash teams are also quite good.
3. Mathematics and science subjects are particularly strong. Berkshire School is one of the few high schools in the United States that offers advanced mathematics and science research programs. The Berkshire Advanced Math/Science Research Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art scientific research tools and the latest biology labs, including a natural science project that reaches graduate-level standards.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
07/18/2024
Reviews from other languages
It was a wonderful boarding school. The community is very welcoming and there is a very strong international student community. I didn't have any trouble adapting. The teachers are very open to feedback and helpful.
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Frequently Ask Questions about Berkshire School
Tell me a bit about Berkshire School.
Berkshire School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1907 , and currently has about 425 students, 18.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.berkshireschool.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.berkshireschool.org.
Does Berkshire School have rigorous academic requirements?
Berkshire School is offering 17 AP courses.
In recent years, 23 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Berkshire School also have 77% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 23 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Berkshire School also have 77% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Berkshire School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 17.95% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 15.38% go to top 25, and about 3.42% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Berkshire School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Berkshire School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Berkshire School?
The total fee for Berkshire School in 2024 is
$78,800 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@berkshireschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@berkshireschool.org .
Where is Berkshire School located?
Berkshire School is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA.
How popular is Berkshire School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Berkshire School is among the most popular schools, within top 31 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Berkshire School has been favorited by 937 users.
Also Berkshire School has been favorited by 937 users.
How do I complete an application for Berkshire School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Berkshire School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Berkshire School’s official site: http://www.berkshireschool.org or call them at 413-229-1003.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Berkshire School’s official site: http://www.berkshireschool.org or call them at 413-229-1003.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Berkshire School?
Yes, here are few:
The Hotchkiss School, Salisbury School and Bard Academy & Bard College at Simon’s Rock.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Berkshire School?
The overall rating for Berkshire School is A+.
The section ratings of Berkshire School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Berkshire School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A+ for Students and Parents reviews
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