Academy of the Holy Family
- The Academy of the Holy Family (AHF), a Catholic high school for young women, was founded in 1874.
- We are located in the New England countryside approximately two hours away from Boston and three hours from New York City.
- The Academy has educated young women from the United States and abroad.
- A tight-knit school community, AHF offers its students the opportunity to express their faith and learn in a comfortable atmosphere.
- Classes are small, enabling students to receive individual attention. Courses offered include college prep, honors and some advanced placement classes.
- Our international students have English as a Second Language (ESL) and English for ESL classes.
- The faculty consists of both religious and lay persons. At the Academy we strive to "Pursue knowledge; embrace the truths of Christ; respond to the needs of others." Our young women are confident, active in the community and graduate from AHF, ready to attend various colleges and universities.
- We often hear from our alumnae and realize the impact the Academy has made on them- successful careers, yes, as well as bringing a sense of family to wherever their path in life has taken them.
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- Category Attribute
- Community Size Small student body (number of students)
- Student Attention Small average class sizes
- Student Attention Low teacher:student ratio
| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | Academy of the Holy | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1874 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 10 acres | 105 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 30 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 18% | 20% |
| % International Students | 16% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 47% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (School Uniforms) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 6 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:4 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 2 | 16 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 44% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $28,000 | $52,698 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $9,000 | $28,270 |
| Tuition international students | $35,000 | $47,400 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Sr. M. Kateri admissions@ahfbaltic.org | |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 2 | 16 |
| Courses | AP Calculus, AP English and Literature | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 3 | 14 |
| Sports | Basketball, Soccer, Softball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 7 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Legion of Mary, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, Student Council, Teens in Action, Theatre Arts Guild, Top Life Club | |
School Notes
- LD types supported: No special ed, but small classes
- School accreditations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
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