Beginning in 2024, Kiski will offer co-education, extending our outstanding opportunities and unique educational environment to both boys and girls.
While this approach is new for our school, we expect the results to be right in line with what we have seen over and over again: the development of each student's mind, character, integrity, and self-discipline, coupled with a college preparatory learning experience, the benefits of which will last a lifetime.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $71,000
- Acceptance rate: 65%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Kiski School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1888
1907
Campus Size
350 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Black
Student Body
Enrollment
205 students
315 students
% Students of Color
40%
26%
% International Students
40%
21%
% Students Boarding
95%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
12
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
65%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$12 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$71,000
$68,800
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$37,000
% Students on Financial Aid
72%
40%
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
65%
64%
Director of Admissions
Bramble Buran
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
12
18
Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP ChineseAP English
AP European HistoryAP Physics
AP PsychologyAP Spanish
AP StatisticsAP U.S. History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
12
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
28
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
BookChess Club
Clay Breakers Sporting Clays shooting clubCooking Club
Cougar CupCougar Online
Creative Writing ClubCulture Club
Fishing ClubFrench and Spanish Club
K Club - Kiski Ambassadors (tour guides)Kiski Press Club
Model Train ClubMovie Club
Music ClubNew England Math League
Ping-PongPizza and Politics
Robotics ClubSenior Prefects
Speech and Debate ClubSustainability Club
Thespian TroupeWoodshop and Makerspace Club
Writing ClubYoga Club
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
United States Naval Academy
14
Penn State at State College
6
Carnegie Mellon University
5
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
4
Davidson College
2
Denison University
2
Dickinson College
2
Colgate University
1
Johns Hopkins
1
Kenyon College
1
School Notes
- Academic offerings include 21 advanced courses and honors sections are available throughout the curriculum. Teachers are available each evening for academic extra help sessions. A learning support center is housed on campus that offers students study strategies, writing tips, and more from our Learning Support Specialist.
- Social events include several dances and cultural exchanges. Trips to movies, malls, restaurants, sporting events, various outdoor activities, and historical trips are just a few of the events that take place throughout the school year.
- Parents have home telephone numbers and email addresses of all Kiski faculty and administrators. Parents and families are welcomed at numerous events throughout the school year.
- Tours and admission interviews are available by appointment throughout the year. Call 724-639-8035 or email admissions@kiski.org to make arrangements.
- The Kiski School accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jack Hanna - Zoologist
- David Conrad - Actor
- Bob Matthias - Olympic Gold Medalist
- Carroll "Beano" Cook - ESPN Football Commentator and historian
- Marshall Goldberg - Director
- Daryll Clark - Former Penn State Quarterback who signed as a 2010 Free-Agent with the Washington Redskins
- Curtis Ennis - Former NFL running back
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Kiski School cost?
The Kiski School's tuition is approximately $71,000 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Kiski School?
The acceptance rate of The Kiski School is 65%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from The Kiski School?
The Kiski School famous alumni include: Jack Hanna, David Conrad, Bob Matthias, Carroll "Beano" Cook, Marshall Goldberg, Daryll Clark and Curtis Ennis.
What sports does The Kiski School offer?
The Kiski School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.
What is The Kiski School's ranking?
The Kiski School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.
When is the application deadline for The Kiski School?
The application deadline for The Kiski School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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