From its founding in 1829, Burr and Burton has been an independent academy serving as the local high school for area students while attracting students from outside the state for its rigorous educational standards and the excellence of the faculty. Situated at the foot of Mt. Equinox and overlooking picturesque Manchester Village, Burr and Burton is a school with a proud tradition of educating students of diverse backgrounds and talents in a warm and caring environment that encourages excellence and community.