Who We Are

Stoneleigh-Burnham developed in-person and distance learning programs that develop essential leadership and self-advocacy skills. Armed with the knowledge that connectedness, competence, and confidence are the core elements of self-esteem in girls, “SBS Owls” learn how to find their true voice so they can thrive in college and in their careers.

Learn more by watching the video below featuring our Head of School Stephanie Luebbers.

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
  • Teaching faculty: 34
  • Faculty with advanced degrees: 28
  • Average class size: 10
  • Student to faculty ratio 6:1
  • # of IB classes: 35
  • Multi-level languages: Mandarin, French, Spanish, and EL

  • 100-acre campus
  • Facilities include:
    • Main Building with classrooms
    • MacAllister Library
    • dining hall
    • administrative offices
    • dormitory rooms
    • Jesser Science & Math center
    • Emerson Hall with gymnasium
    • dance studio
    • fitness center
    • Geissler Gallery with art gallery, art and music classrooms
    • Equestrian Center with indoor (featuring GGT footings) and outdoor riding rings, heated viewing lounge, paddocks and barns; athletic fields

  • Head of School: Stephanie Luebbers
  • Founded in 1869
  • School colors: Blue and White
  • School mascot: Athena the Owl
  • School motto: Veritas Supra Omnia (Truth Above All)

  • Grades 7-12 and postgraduate (PG)
  • 150 students (2/3 boarding; 1/3 day)
  • 16% are students of color
  • Students come from 15 states and 13 countries
  • International students represent 30% of our student body
  • 45% of our families receive financial assistance
  • $20,000 average financial award