About
Gilmour at a Glance
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Coed, 18 months-Grade 12
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11:1 student-teacher ratio
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835 students enrolled
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Founded by Brothers of Holy Cross
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Independent & Catholic
Gilmour Academy holds full accreditation from ISACS, the gold standard for independent schools. This rigorous, peer-reviewed process affirms excellence in academics, leadership and governance, while reflecting best practices in independent education. Combined with Gilmour's Catholic tradition, this distinction allows for small class sizes and personalized learning in a community that is inclusive, thought-provoking and rooted in Holy Cross values.
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New Center for Performing Arts
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2 NHL-sized Ice Rinks
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Chicken Coop & Greenhouse
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Broadcast Media Studio
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One School. One Campus.
Gilmour’s Lower, Middle and Upper Schools are all housed on our 144-acre campus, and students in all three divisions have access to all campus amenities. Additionally, the shared campus allows for multi-age programming and a connection between students in all three divisions. Our campus features cutting-edge facilities, including the state’s only molecular genetics lab in a secondary school; an industry standard digital media lab and broadcast studio; a state-of-the-art performing arts center; a newly renovated playground; a greenhouse, chicken coop and apiary; a new Student Commons; and outstanding athletic facilities that include an ice center with two rinks, a pool, an all-turf baseball field and newly renovated softball complex, and a lighted outdoor, turfed stadium.
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Business & Entrepreneurial Studies
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Nature-Based Learning
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Performing Arts
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Wellness
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Experiential Learning
Gilmour’s signature programs are complemented by academic extension experiences that grow with students from their earliest years through graduation. From Lower School Community Block, nature and wellness initiatives, and service projects to Middle School immersions and interdisciplinary research projects, students build confidence through real-world learning. By the time they reach the Upper School, they are ready to dive into opportunities such as international travel, science research internships, our multi-year VECTOR program, immersive service trips and the 40-hour Senior Project. At every division, Gilmour equips students to step confidently into real-world experiences — making our campus a true gateway to success beyond the classroom.
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Day & boarding program
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International Residence Hall
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Students from 19 states and 11 countries
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International academic and service trips
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Global Perspective
Gilmour is a home away from home to students from across the country and around the globe. Seventy boarders bring the world to our campus. Here, cultural understanding isn’t confined to textbooks — it’s built through daily interactions, thoughtful dialogue and shared experiences that bridge continents. This constant interaction transforms cultural awareness into lived experience, allowing each student’s education to reach far beyond the classroom.
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4 active parent organizations
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60 athletic teams
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More than 100 extracurriculars
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Strong alumni network
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Our Community
A parent of a senior described the Gilmour community as “like no other.” The moment you step onto Gilmour’s 144-acre campus, you can feel the unmistakable warmth of a community that truly cares. Students, faculty, staff and parents come together to offer far more than an exceptional education — they create a nurturing family where students are seen, known and challenged by adults who care deeply about their growth. This sense of belonging empowers students to try new things, take healthy risks and discover their unique strengths. And the relationships formed here become a cherished part of both students' and parents’ lives long after graduation, shaping a lifelong connection that keeps the Lancer community vibrant and united.
