George School
A global school with local roots, George School is a Quaker, co-ed boarding and day high school in Newtown, PA. Convenient to New York City and Philadelphia, the school is located on a picturesque campus of open lawns and beautiful woods.
George School is an experienced leader in education, offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program and nearly 20 Advanced Placement courses.
Students are immersed in learning across all disciplines in a rigorous yet personalized curriculum.
The arts and coursework in science, robotics, and mathematics are signature elements of a George School education.
George School graduates attend the most selective colleges and universities worldwide, and become confident and capable leaders rooted in self-awareness, self-sufficiency, and the ability to listen deeply to others.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Students: 540 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $66,250
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
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George School is a special place. Whether it be the teaching style or the required service learning project, GS has a way of giving everything a unique twist. For example, I was lucky enough to. . .
Before going to George School, I felt a little wary about going because I saw the school was Quaker, something I’d never heard of or knew anything about. After graduating, I’d say the Quaker ideals. . .
My favorite part of George School is the vast service learning opportunities across the globe. There are service learning projects in Nepal, Vietnam, Cuba, and even ones closer to home, like Washington D.C..Another unique aspect. . .
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Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1893
1907
Campus Size
240 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
540 students
300 students
% Students of Color
43%
25%
% International Students
28%
20%
% Students Boarding
45%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
17
Number of IB Courses Offered
43
-
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
73%
70%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$66,250
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$32,900
% Students on Financial Aid
58%
40%
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Feb. 1
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Kim Major
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
17
Courses
Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science A, French, Human Geography, Latin, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics C: Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism, Spanish, Statistics, Studio Art, U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. History, World History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
17
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
28
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Amnesty International Club, Argo, Calligraphy, Chamber Ensembles, Cooking Club, Creative Design, Forensic Science, George School Investing Club, Goldfish in Java, Havurah, Latin American Students Organization, LOGOS, Model United Nations, Muslim Students Association, Open Doors, Prefect Program, Ride Society, Running Club, SAGE (Students Associated for Greater Empathy), Skiing Club, Songwriting Club, Umoja, Women's Issues Now, Young Friends Concerned
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics Club, Community Chorus, Fused glass
Recreational Athletic Programs:
SPALUTS (student humor and satire magazine)
Amnesty International Club, Argo, Calligraphy, Chamber Ensembles, Cooking Club, Creative Design, Forensic Science, George School Investing Club, Goldfish in Java, Havurah, Latin American Students Organization, LOGOS, Model United Nations, Muslim Students Association, Open Doors, Prefect Program, Ride Society, Running Club, SAGE (Students Associated for Greater Empathy), Skiing Club, Songwriting Club, Umoja, Women's Issues Now, Young Friends Concerned
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics Club, Community Chorus, Fused glass
Recreational Athletic Programs:
SPALUTS (student humor and satire magazine)
School Notes
- A global school with local roots, George School is a Quaker, co-ed boarding and day high school in Newtown, PA. Convenient to New York City and Philadelphia, the school is located on a picturesque campus of open lawns and beautiful woods.
- George School is an experienced leader in education, offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program and nearly 20 Advanced Placement courses. Students are immersed in learning across all disciplines in a rigorous yet personalized curriculum. The arts and coursework in science, robotics, and mathematics are signature elements of a George School education.
- George School graduates attend the most selective colleges and universities worldwide, and become confident and capable leaders rooted in self-awareness, self-sufficiency, and the ability to listen deeply to others.
- George School accreditations: Middle States Association
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Blythe Danner - Actress
- George Segal - Actor
- Stephen Sondheim - Composer
- Julian Bond - Civil Rights Leader
- Mario Capecchi - Nobel Laureate (medicine)
- Barbara Dodd Anderson - Philanthropist
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