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Announcement
In January 2025, the school announced a $60 million gift from an anonymous alumna, the largest gift in Madeira's history and the largest ever to an independent girls' school.
School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A+
Matriculation
A+
Academics
A-
Extracurriculars
B+
Geo & Community
A+
Reviews
B+
100% of our students graduate with 3 amazing real-world internships and 11th grade students intern on Capitol Hill
Our innovative modular schedule
Develop leadership skills, build compassion, gain responsibility, and prepare to change the world
Founded in 1906, Madeira is a girls school by design, where every aspect of academic, social, and athletic life is directed toward educating young women. Madeira's innovative Co-Curriculum Program integrates an experiential learning program with the cultural, political, and business life of the nation's capital into each girl's weekly schedule. The 376-acre campus, which overlooks the Potomac River, is just 12 miles from Washington, D.C. Facilities include a sports center; library; student center; theater; fine-arts studios; photography lab; and riding arenas.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$77,100
Enrollment
338
International Students
14%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
91%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:4
Endowment
$80 million
AP
12
Class Size
14
Boarding %
51
School Materials
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Columbia University | 2 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 2 |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 |
| #17 | Cornell University | 3 |
| #20 | University of California: Los Angeles | 1 |
| #21 | Emory University | 1 |
| #22 | University of California: Berkeley | 2 |
| #23 | Georgetown University | 2 |
| #23 | University of Michigan | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2021)Number of students who took AP tests
137
Number of tests taken
297
AP Courses
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Statistics
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Statistics
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Computer Science A
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Computer Science AB
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Human Geography
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World History
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English Literature and Composition
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AP Equivalent and Beyond
(1)|
History: Research Seminar
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Sports
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Basketball
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Climbing
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Field Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Basketball
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Climbing
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Field Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Equestrain
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Best Buddies
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Middle Eastern Students Association
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Songwriting Club
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K-Pop Club
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Morgan's Message Club
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Red Cross Club
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Best Buddies
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Middle Eastern Students Association
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Songwriting Club
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K-Pop Club
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Morgan's Message Club
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Red Cross Club
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Cooking Club
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Sexual Assault & Consent Awareness
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The Evergreen Project
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Black Students Union
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WEARTH
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Judaism at Madeira
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Madeira Arts Club
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Madeira Speakers Club/Snails Speak Spark
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Student Democratic Union
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Neurodivergent Students Association
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Madeira Musicians Association
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STEM Club
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Maker Club
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Korean Culture Club
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Critical Thinking & Conflict Transformation
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Go Pursue
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Model UN Club
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Muslim Students Association
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Hands United
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Marine Biology & Science Club
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Chinese Culture Club
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Classics Club
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Focus
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Global Politics & Culture Club
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Make A Wish Club
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Pre-Health Club
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Business & Economics Club
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Reach For the Stars
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Save The Children
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Debate Club
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The Madeira Astronomy Club
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Snails Prevail
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French Club
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Girl Up
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Girls Who Code
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Trivia Club
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Math Club
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Amnesty International
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Girl Tech
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Gender-Sexuality Alliance
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South Asian Students Association
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Arts
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Painting
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Ceramics
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Studio Art
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Photography
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Acting
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Directing
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Painting
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Ceramics
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Studio Art
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Photography
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Acting
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Directing
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Chamber Orchestra
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Chorus
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Public Speaking
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Stagecraft
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Voice
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3D Design
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Fashion Design
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Printmaking
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Visual Arts
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Audition
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Design
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Madeira School
Tell me a bit about The Madeira School.
The Madeira School is All-girls private boarding school located in Virginia, US. It was founded 1906 , and currently has about 338 students, 14.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.madeira.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.madeira.org.
Does The Madeira School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Madeira School is offering 12 AP courses.
The Madeira School also have 91% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
The Madeira School also have 91% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Madeira School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 25.68% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 27.03% go to top 25, and about 2.7% 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 The Madeira School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Madeira 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 The Madeira School?
The total fee for The Madeira School in 2024 is
$77,100 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@madeira.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@madeira.org .
Where is The Madeira School located?
The Madeira School is located in the State of Virginia of USA. The closest major city is Washington, which is about 12 miles away from school. Most families can choose Washington Dulles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Madeira School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Madeira School is among the most popular schools, within top 68 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also The Madeira School has been favorited by 499 users.
Also The Madeira School has been favorited by 499 users.
How do I complete an application for The Madeira School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Madeira School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Madeira School’s official site: http://www.madeira.org or call them at 703-556-8273.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Madeira School’s official site: http://www.madeira.org or call them at 703-556-8273.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Madeira School?
Yes, here are few:
Episcopal High School, Georgetown Preparatory School and St. Albans School.
The closest major city is Washington. You can find out more schools near Washington here.
The closest major city is Washington. You can find out more schools near Washington here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Madeira School?
The overall rating for The Madeira School is A+.
The section ratings of The Madeira School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of The Madeira School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Washington, D.C., the U.S. capital, is a vibrant city located along the Potomac River, bordered by Maryland and Virginia. Known for its neoclassical monuments and buildings, the city is home to the iconic landmarks of the U.S. government, including the Capitol, White House, and Supreme Court. Washington also boasts renowned museums like the Smithsonian and cultural venues such as the Kennedy Center. As the nation’s political and cultural hub, it attracts millions of visitors each year to experience its rich history and diverse attractions.
Population (2022)
591,833
Cost of Living
Higher than average 39%
Nearby Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
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