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mgilliland@northcross.org
School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
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Matriculation
B+
Academics
B+
Extracurriculars
B
Community
B
Reviews
B+
Strong Academics
Strong Athletics
Urban Location
Small Community
North Cross School, located in Roanoke, Virginia and serving families in Southwest Virginia is a private, independent college-preparatory, day and boarding school grounded in a strong liberal arts and science curriculum combined with exceptional co-curricular art and athletic programs.
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Campus Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrK6HD9okhA
Dorm Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqtHkYofCPk
Campus Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrK6HD9okhA
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$58,000
Enrollment
590
International Students
16%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
91%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
AP
21
Average SAT Score
1253
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
14
Boarding %
19
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| Parsons The New School for Design | 1 + | |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 + |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 + |
| #9 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 + |
| #13 | Dartmouth College | 1 + |
| #21 | Emory University | 1 + |
| #23 | Georgetown University | 1 + |
| #25 | University of Virginia | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2021)Number of students who took AP tests
112
Number of tests taken
294
AP Courses
(21)|
Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Computer Science A
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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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Comparative Government and Politics
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Computer Science A
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Computer Science Principles
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English Literature and Composition
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French Language and Culture
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Human Geography
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Latin
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Physics 1
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Statistics
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United States History
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World History
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European History
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English Language and Composition
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Sports
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Cross Country
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American Football
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Soccer
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Tennis
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Basketball
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Swimming
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Cross Country
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American Football
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Soccer
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Tennis
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Basketball
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Swimming
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Baseball
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Lacrosse
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Golf
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Track and Field
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Field Hockey
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Student Council Association
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Historical Fiction Book Club
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International Thespian Society
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Coding Club
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Chess Club
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Debate Club
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Student Council Association
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Historical Fiction Book Club
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International Thespian Society
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Coding Club
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Chess Club
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Debate Club
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Green Club
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Guitar Club
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Model Building Club
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Model UN
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NCS Rocks
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Robotics Club
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Save The Next Girl Chapter
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Ski Club
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Tutoring Club
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American Red Cross Club
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Calliope
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Gender Sexuality and Allies
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Girls Who Code
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Media Club
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Spelling Bee Club
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Willis Hall Herald
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Arts
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Band
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Chorus
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Theater
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2D Studio Art
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Digital Art
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Graphic Design
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Frequently Ask Questions about North Cross School
Tell me a bit about North Cross School.
North Cross School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Virginia, US. It was founded 1944 , and currently has about 590 students, 16.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.northcross.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.northcross.org.
Does North Cross School have rigorous academic requirements?
North Cross School is offering 21 AP courses.
North Cross School also have 91% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
North Cross School also have 91% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do North Cross School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% 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 North Cross School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, North Cross 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 North Cross School?
The total fee for North Cross School in 2024 is
$58,000 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 mgilliland@northcross.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mgilliland@northcross.org .
Where is North Cross School located?
North Cross School is located in the State of Virginia of USA.
How popular is North Cross School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, North Cross School is within top 700 for all schools on FindingSchool.
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Also North Cross School has been favorited by 12 users.
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Also it is highly recommended to visit North Cross School’s official site: http://www.northcross.org or call them at 540-989-6641.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for North Cross School?
The overall rating for North Cross School is B.
The section ratings of North Cross School are:
B+ for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of North Cross School are:
B+ for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is renowned for its prestigious universities, including North Carolina State University. Together with Chapel Hill and Durham, it forms the Research Triangle, a hub for technology and academic research. The city is home to historic landmarks like the North Carolina State Capitol, a Greek Revival-style building from the 19th century, featuring a statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman general in its rotunda. Raleigh’s blend of educational institutions, cultural attractions, and vibrant tech industry makes it a dynamic and growing city.
Population (2022)
392,552
Cost of Living
Lower than average 4%
Nearby Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
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