Science Hill School

Historical marker location:

Shelbyville, Kentucky

( 525 Washington St., Shelbyville)

For 114 continuous years, an outstanding school for girls. Directed by the founder 54 years then by one family 60 years, it ranked among nation's foremost college preparatory schools.

Principals

Mrs. Julia A. Tevis - 1825-1879

W. T. Poynter, D.D. - 1879-1896

Mrs. W. T. Poynter, A.B. - 1896-1937

Juliet J. Poynter, A.B. - 1937-1939.

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