Grand River Academy

3042 College St.
Austinburg, OH 44010
Grand River Academy, founded in 1831, is located in northeast Ohio, about an hour east of Cleveland.
GRA is a college preparatory boarding and day school that helps young men, grades 8 - 12 with a Post Graduate option as well, activate their academic, emotional and social potential and prepares them for lifelong success.
In addition to the traditional school year, GRA offers a four-week Summer Academy and also has a 100% college acceptance rate among graduates.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 100 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $49,500
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Grand River Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 296 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Attention

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2022 School Data
Grand River Academy
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
8-12, PG
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1831
1906
Campus Size
230 acres
125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
100 students
315 students
% Students of Color
15%
25%
% International Students
20%
20%
% Students Boarding
80%
69%
Average SAT Score
1150
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
22
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Dress shirt, dress pants, dress shoes and tie
Casual
Average Class Size
8 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
10
17
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
71%
Summer Program Offered
Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size
$2 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$49,500
$62,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,070
Tuition international students
$57,650
$55,000
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$45,800
$44,900
Summer Program Cost
$5,500
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
90%
58%
Director of Admissions
Brian Chatterley

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
10
17
Courses
Algebra 2, Calculus, Chemistry, English, Geometry, History, Philosophy, Physics

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
9
23
Extracurriculars
Computer Club, Peer Leaders, Service

Club or Organization:
Animation Club, Fishing Club, Outdoor Adventure Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Digital Art

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Skiing

College Matriculation

Year: 1999 - 2000
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
College of London
1
DePaul University
1
Kent State University
1
Mercyhurst University
1
New York University
1
Perdue University
1
SCAD
1
University of Minnesota
1
University of Utah
1
Walsh University
1

School Notes

  • GRA offers a college-prep curriculum with smaller class sizes (6:1 student:teacher ratio), and focused attention on the individual student.  Learning is also emphasized outside of the classroom, as our program helps to develop young men emotionally and socially as well.  
  • Extracurricular activities include a variety of varsity sports, a no-cut athletic policy, and clubs/organizations that are student driven by current interests.  
  • Foundations Learning Program that is a credited, elective course that builds the foundation for academic success through comprehensive educational support. Includes a learning style inventory and assessment and daily sessions that are designed to promote independent learning through individualized tutorials that emphasize organizational skills, time management, and self-advocacy.
  • The Productive Growth Center, a unique program that provides not only a dedicated space for individual and group counseling, but also an interactive and recreational space featuring a hand tool workshop. 
  • LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences, ADD/ADHD and Executive Functioning Deficits
  • Grand River Academy accreditations: TABS, OAIS, NAIS, ODE, ISACS
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Grand River Academy cost?
Grand River Academy's tuition is approximately $49,500 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Grand River Academy?
The acceptance rate of Grand River Academy is 90%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.
What sports does Grand River Academy offer?
Grand River Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis and Wrestling.
What is Grand River Academy's ranking?
Grand River Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for Grand River Academy?
The application deadline for Grand River Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Description

Class of 2015
5.00
UCLA
What I like the most was the balance between Sports and academics. They never compromised our Academics for Sports. They would encourage having a study buddy. With my study buddy, we used to wake up. . .
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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 100 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $49,500
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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