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Our School

Rowland Hall is a leader among independent, private schools, serving the preschool, elementary, middle, and high school years. We pair rigorous academics with a strong sense of belonging, supporting students’ growth through engaging experiences and meaningful relationships that help them discover who they are and who they want to become.

A Rowland Hall teacher works one-on-one with a student on a science assignment in a classroom.
Rowland Hall Middle School students talk and gather in a busy hallway lined with red lockers between classes.
A Beginning School teacher sits in a circle with young students during morning meeting in the classroom.
Students and faculty gather outside St. Mark’s original schoolhouse in a historic black-and-white photograph.
A Rowland Hall student stands outside campus doors holding a guitar case and backpack.

1,026

students across four divisions

We serve students in our Beginning School (3PreK–K), Lower School (1–5), Middle School (6–8), and Upper School (9–12).

9:1

student-to-teacher ratio

With a student-to-teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average class size of 15, our teachers know and nurture their students.

158

years of academic excellence

As Utah’s oldest independent school, Rowland Hall blends a rich history with a forward-looking approach to teaching and learning.

1

Utah's only Malone Family Foundation School

This $2 million endowment supports students who show enthusiasm and motivation for academic excellence.

Lower School students sit on the McCarthey Campus sign, smiling and raising their arms in celebration.

Our Students

Rowland Hall students learn in a vibrant, deeply supportive community that nurtures intellectual and personal growth. At every stage, students benefit from exceptional academics, individualized attention, intentional guidance, collaborative learning, and opportunities that prepare them for lives of purpose and possibility.

Two Rowland Hall students stand in shallow water at the Great Salt Lake during a field study.
Three Rowland Hall middle school students sit together on a bench outside on campus and smile at the camera.
Two Rowland Hall middle school students smile while sitting together in a lounge area.
Two Rowland Hall graduates in green caps and gowns smile together on campus.
Rowland Hall seniors jump in celebration on campus wearing college shirts on decision day.

37%

of students represent racial and ethnic diversity

We value a diverse community where students learn alongside peers with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

25%

of students receive tuition assistance

Continued investment in tuition assistance helps make a Rowland Hall education possible for more families.

100%

of graduates feel prepared for future academic endeavors

In a survey of graduating seniors, students report feeling confident that their time at Rowland Hall has prepared them for higher-level learning.

24:1

student-to-college counselor ratio

Experienced counselors help students discover best-fit schools and support them, and their families, through the college admission process.

Students and families gather on the lawn for a school assembly as the head of school addresses the crowd from a stage.

Our Faculty

Rowland Hall’s talented faculty, among them many of Utah’s most experienced educators, bring advanced expertise and a passion for student-centered learning to their work. Our teachers build meaningful relationships and continually refine their practice, shaping an academic culture that sets the school apart.

A Rowland Hall faculty member speaks to students, gesturing as she leads a discussion.
A Rowland Hall teacher sits with Lower School students in a circle on the classroom floor during a group discussion.
Two Rowland Hall faculty members laugh together at a table in the library.
A Rowland Hall faculty member speaks into a microphone during a meeting in the library.
A Rowland Hall teacher works with young students at a table, holding letter cubes during a literacy lesson.

17

average years of teaching experience

Our teachers are committed to and enthusiastic about teaching and learning.

77%

of faculty members have earned advanced degrees

Educators hold advanced degrees (master’s or higher) from institutions near and far, bringing to the classroom diverse experiences and perspectives that deepen learning.

6,700

hours are committed to professional development each year

Our investment in professional development keeps faculty at the forefront of learning research, teaching techniques, and curriculum development.

38

faculty and staff members have worked at Rowland Hall for 10 or more years

Supported by a strong sense of belonging and shared purpose, many faculty members enjoy long careers at Rowland Hall.

Faculty and staff gather indoors holding small bouquets, smiling together during a staff appreciation celebration.

Our Program

Learning at Rowland Hall is active and purpose-driven, connecting students to complex ideas in and beyond the classroom. Our academic program emphasizes depth and application, supporting meaningful learning at every stage and helping students develop a clearer sense of themselves.

Three Rowland Hall students pose on rocks beside a mountain lake during a class trip.
Two Rowland Hall students stand beside their science research poster at a conference presentation.
Rowland Hall students and a teacher celebrate outside with medals and a UHSAA state championship debate trophy.
Two Rowland Hall students stand barefoot on stage under dramatic lighting during a dance concert performance.
A Rowland Hall student stands on an airfield in front of a University of Utah AirMed helicopter during an internship.

31

Upper School advanced classes

These courses let students pursue complex questions, conduct original work, engage deeply within disciplines, and complete college-level study.

1

top debate team

A Debate School of Excellence, Rowland Hall offers a debate program that strengthens students’ research, reasoning, and communication skills.

70+

courses in eight artistic disciplines

Opportunities to engage in the arts deepen students’ thinking and enrich learning across disciplines.

20+

annual internships

Internships allow students in grades 10–12 to explore fields of interest and apply classroom learning beyond the school setting.

Students stand at a whiteboard solving math problems together, writing equations and factoring expressions during class.

Our Athletics

Rowland Hall student-athletes compete in high-level programs shaped by strong coaching and high participation. Athletics are an integral part of school life, with teams earning consistent region and state recognition, and students gaining experiences that support their long-term growth.

A Rowland Hall basketball player poses in the gym, spinning a basketball on her finger.
A golfer completes his swing on the course, with mountains and blue sky in the background.
A Rowland Hall softball player tracks a fly ball, reaching up with her glove during a game.
The Rowland Hall girls soccer team celebrates on the field, smiling and holding the UHSAA state championship trophy.
A Rowmark Ski Academy athlete carves a sharp turn on a snowy slope during a race.

17

sports offered in the middle and upper schools

Students compete in well-established programs led by coaches who focus on skill development, discipline, teamwork, and accountability.

70%

of students participate in school sports

Athletics are a central part of student life, with broad participation across both the Middle School and Upper School.

76

athletic state titles have been awarded to Winged Lions

Across programs, Rowland Hall teams have earned 76 state titles and 149 region titles to date.

76

athletes have gone on to compete at the college level over the past 10 years

This list includes 36 NCAA Division I recruits. Additionally, 17 alumni have been named Olympians.

The girls volleyball team poses for a group photo in the gym, wearing white uniforms and holding a volleyball.