Academic Structure
ENSWORTH High School Profile 2026 | 2027
ADMINISTRATION PRENTICE STABLER Head of School HEATHER CAPONI Associate Head of School JOSH L E ROY Head of High School JEANNE HUBERT Associate Head of High School
COLLEGE COUNSELING AND ACADEMIC AFFAIRS LAURA STEWART Dean TERRY WHITEHILL Associate Dean PAUL PHILLIPS Associate Dean JJ ANTHONY Associate Dean BROOKE PORTER-JORDAN College Counselor LINDSAY PARRIOTT Office Manager and Registrar
All academic courses are rigorous college preparatory courses. • Lower-level Honors courses are by placement only. Every enrollment in an upper-level advanced course must be reviewed and approved by the appropriate department. • Ensworth uses a 100-point GPA scale and does not rank students. • GPA includes grades received at Ensworth in academic classes. • Ensworth offers a rich selection of courses including Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), Advanced Topics (AT), Capstone, and Masters level offerings.
The Harkness Method The Harkness table forms an integral part of the identity of the high school. The large oval table fosters active learning and physically unites the class, bringing teachers and students together to facilitate face-to-face interaction. • The table emphasizes the importance of listening and speaking with respect and requires preparation through class assignments and sustained engagement of the students. • Students and faculty engage in collaborative discourse, and every student is expected to be an active participant in the exploration and discussion of ideas. • The Harkness Method fosters deeper understanding and respectful dialogue among students.
Capstone Scholars Program Ensworth’s Capstone Scholars Program offers students in Grade 12 the opportunity to engage in an extensive exploration of an academic passion that lies above and beyond courses normally offered.
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Ensworth offers 23 AP courses From 2025 to 2026, AP student enrollment increased by 28% and the number of AP exams taken increased by 16% Ensworth students are outpacing global averages by more than 20% in 18 AP subjects. Results are particularly notable in courses where critical thinking and strong writing skills are central to success.
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The Ensworth Class of 2026 had 123 students. Students submitted an average of six applications each ACCEPTANCES: 169 different colleges & universities in 39 different states plus D.C. as well as Canada, England, and Scotland MATRICULATIONS: 74 different colleges & universities in 28 different states plus D.C., Canada, and Scotland 28 students are continuing their athletic careers and 11 students are pursuing their artistic careers at the collegiate level
AP EXAMS WITH 90%+ PASS RATES Calculus BC
100%
Statistics
100%
Chemistry
96%
Biology
100%
Physics 1
92%
Physics C
100%
Environmental Science
91%
Literature
94%
English
100%
Spanish
100%
Latin
100%
Chinese
100%
French
100%
Macroeconomics
90%
US Government
100%
European History
100%
Human Geography
93%
US History
100%
Art History
92%
2D Design
100%
AP EXAM SCORE DATA 99% of students scored 3+ 88% of students scored 4 or higher
Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.
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Four-Year College Counseling Program
Year 1 Freshman students focus on laying the groundwork for both personal and academic development.
Year 2 During sophomore year, students meet with their college counselor to discuss course selection and summer opportunities.
Ensworth’s four-year college counseling and academic advising model assigns students to a college counselor and academic advisor at the beginning of freshman year who will advise them throughout their Ensworth career and help them identify their best college fit.
Our goal is to provide our students with the tools and insights necessary to make the most of their time at Ensworth, guiding them towards both academic success and personal fulfillment. Through early and tailored discussions with a college counselor, students explore: • The wide range of resources, academic programs, and opportunities available to them at Ensworth • The importance of developing an academic transcript that reflects consistent growth and achievement • Establishing a healthy balance between academics and extracurriculars • Discovering interests through clubs, athletics, arts, and service
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As you navigate this process, we encourage students to approach the college search process as an opportunity for both personal and academic development, all while maximizing and enhancing the values of Ensworth’s mission and Core Skills. Throughout the course of the year, students will: • Take the PSAT to become familiar with the test format • Participate in a practice ACT to enhance readiness • Continue to explore interests through clubs, athletics, arts, and service • Explore Ensworth’s college search software
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Year 3 During junior year at Ensworth, our students’ journey toward college becomes more defined.
Year 4 The college counseling and academic advising process culminates during senior year, as counselors continue to enhance students’ skills, interests, and overall high school experience until commencement.
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Starting in September, students continue their individual meetings with their college counselors to align academic goals with potential higher education institutions. Students benefit from multiple on-campus college fairs, private college visits, and guest speakers from college admissions offices. Additionally, students work with their college counselor to: • Explore academic interests, majors, and potential career paths • Research and curate a well-rounded list of colleges • Prepare for college campus visits • Organize and prepare for standardized tests like the SAT and ACT • Craft a comprehensive activities résumé • Seek letters of recommendation from faculty members
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Off During senior year, students continue to work one-on-one with their college counselor to: • Finalize a list of college applications • Write essays and personal statements • Manage approaching deadlines • Navigate the complexities of application and financial aid procedures • Prepare for college interviews • Choose a college
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