7400 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32217 - 
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The Bolles School is a nationally known co-educational college preparatory day and boarding school serving grades PreK through 12 on four campuses. Offering a breadth of programs, Bolles is recognized for excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and activities. For information, call (904)256-5030 or visit www.bolles.org.
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The Bolles School
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | Pre-K-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1933 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 52 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 1213 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 2% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 6% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 11% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1800 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1620 - 1980 | - |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 21 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 55% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $11 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $38,950 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $18,750 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 7% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $8,250 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 56% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 35% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Mark Frampton | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 21 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP Art History | AP Biology | |
| AP Calculus AB | AP Calculus BC | |
| AP Chemistry | AP Comparative Government | |
| AP Computer Science A | AP English III | |
| AP English IV | AP French V | |
| AP Latin IV | AP Latin V | |
| AP Modern European History | AP Physics B | |
| AP Portfolio 2D | AP Portfolio 3D | |
| AP Portfolio Drawing | AP Spanish V | |
| AP Statistics | AP U.S. Government | |
| AP U.S. History | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 15 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Crew | Cross Country | |
| Diving | Football | |
| Golf | Lacrosse | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
| Wrestling | ||
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2006-2008 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| University of Florida | 69 | |
| Florida State University | 50 | |
| University of Alabama | 22 | |
| University of Georgia | 20 | |
| Auburn University | 19 | |
| University of North Florida | 16 | |
| University of Central Florida | 15 | |
| University of Mississippi | 12 | |
| Vanderbilt University | 11 | |
| Wake Forest University | 10 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- The Bolles School, established in 1933, is a coeducational, college-preparatory school focusing on general academics for day students in grades PreK through 12 and resident students in grades 7 through 12. The School consists of the Upper School San Jose Campus (grades 9 through 12), Middle School Bartram Campus (grades 6 through 8), and two lower schools, Whitehurst Campus (PreK through Grade 5), and Ponte Vedra Beach Campus (Pre K through Grade 5).
- The Bolles School offers a comprehensive college preparatory program. Bolles prepares students for the future by providing them with challenges that promote growth and development in academics, arts, activities, and athletics. Moral development is encouraged by an emphasis on respect for self and others, volunteerism, and personal responsibility.
- A not for profit institution, The Bolles School is governed by a self-perpetuating Board of Trustees. The School also works with a 30-member Board of Visitors and an Alumni Board, representing more than 6,500 living graduates.
- School accreditations: SACS FCIS NAIS
- Profile last updated: 10/31/2011
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