linden hall stem students doing chemistry experiments
  • Your
  • education,
  • customized
linden hall girls celebrating their graduation
  • Your
  • future,
  • realized
linden hall theatre students performing in the 2022 school fall play
  • Your
  • voice,
  • amplified
linden hall athletes holding a basketball trophy
  • Your
  • passions,
  • ignited
2025 Niche Best Schools

Our Mission

Committed to excellence in the education of young women in a diverse community, Linden Hall provides a rigorous and multifaceted college-preparatory experience where each student is nurtured and inspired to reach her highest potential.

Student Voices

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Farah '26

The community here is so inclusive. I know that if I ever have a question, anyone around me will be willing to help.

linden hall girls studying chemistry
Maya '25

Linden Hall has given me many opportunities both academically and as an equestrian. I've been able to compete at a national level for two years in a row.

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Angela '23

What I love about this school is the small community. It has helped me form so many strong bonds with friends and teachers. I know I will always have a home here at Linden Hall.

At a Glance

5:1

student to teacher ratio

20

horses on campus

275+

years of empowering girls

#1

private high school in Lancaster County, PA

19

AP classes

30+

student-led clubs

20+

countries represented

100%

acceptance to 4-year colleges

 

Discover Your Path

Admissions

We foster critical and independent thinking, deep intellectual curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Are you ready to be part of this dynamic tradition? We look forward to hearing from you!

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Academics

Challenging coursework, extraordinary faculty, and world-class programs empower girls to excel. With our unique curriculum featuring advanced courses in nearly all disciplines, our students have limitless opportunities to challenge themselves academically.

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Student Life

Each member of the Linden Hall family is supported by mentors, advisors, and friends who empower and inspire her on a daily basis. We seek to build a diverse community of lifelong learners who truly care about each other and the world around them.

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Athletics & Riding

Our riding program offers a year-round, competitive training schedule. Whether you wish to compete internationally or are looking to become involved with horses for the first time, you will find a home at Linden Hall.

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In the News 

odyssey of the mind team

This year marked the successful debut of our new Odyssey of the Mind club. Odyssey of the Mind is international program that fosters creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in students of all ages. Thanks to a PA Odyssey Jumpstart Grant, Linden Hall was able to establish our first-ever team and participate in this year’s regional and state competitions.

Maya '25 Rounds Up a Win at Western IEA Horse Show
Maya ‘25 recently attended a Western IEA horse show as part of Manheim’s Lower Hopewell team, earning first place in Ranch and third in Western Pleasure. Her final competition before graduating from high school will be the Open Dressage Test at the IEA National Finals in St. Louis on April 27.
Alumnae Weekend 2025
Alumnae Reunion Weekend was a wonderful celebration of our class years ending in 0 and 5!
 
On Friday, the graduating class gathered with visiting alumnae for our annual Senior Tea. Afterwards, alums enjoyed a cocktail party and the second performance of our Spring Musical, SIX: Teen Edition.
 
Many thanks to the Alumnae Association for gifting gorgeous Linden Hall photo albums to our senior class, as well as for sponsoring cocktail hour!
Middle School Moving Up Day

This week, Middle School Moving Up Day provided our eighth graders with the opportunity to learn all about what to expect as they enter high school next year.

The class first heard from a student panel about how to make the most of their high school experience.

kate gow, linden hall dance instructor

Rigan '28, Linden Hall's journalist-in-training, recently sat down with Ms. Gow to learn more about her journey with dance and the things that inspire her most as a teacher. From her earliest memories with dance to her current teaching philosophy, Ms. Gow shares how dance has shaped her life in unexpected ways. Read the full interview at LHGirls.org/news!