Grier School
- Grier School is a boarding and day school for girls in grades 7-12, located in Central Pennsylvania. Our 300 students enjoy a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, and athletics.
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- Pennsylvania State University Grier School is unique in a number of different ways, but the aspect that I value most as a former student has to do with the atmosphere and student body. Many people ask me what. . .
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- Hollins University One aspect that sets Grier apart from other schools is that all of the students live on campus - school is home. Under this setup, students also bond more easily with one another, and the. . .
- University of Pennsylvania Grier is a school that develops young women with the confidence to be their best and be themselves. Grier values and supports each individual student. Its hallmarks are community, diversity and focus on developing each. . .
- University of Pittsburgh and Boston University Grier has one of the most beautiful settings of any school I have ever seen nestled in the middle of scenic Pennsylvania. In the years since I was a student there it has added many. . .
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- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | Grier School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 7-12, PG | 7-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1853 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 320 acres | 110 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 300 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 15% | 20% |
| % International Students | 35% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 90% | 68% |
| Average SAT Score | 1280 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1090 - 1430 | - |
| Average ACT score | 25 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 9 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 21 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $23 million | $17 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $52,900 (financial aid available) | $53,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $18,000 (International students may not be day students.) | $28,560 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 55% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | 25000 | $22,700 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Feb. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Jennifer Neely Andrew Grier | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Katharine Kingera | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 21 | 17 |
| Courses | Art History, Art Portfolio, Biology, Chemistry, Microeconomics, Statistics, US History, Calculus A/B, Calculus B/C, English, Environmental Science, European History, French, Macroeconomics, Physics, Physics C, Spanish, World History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 11 | 14 |
| Sports | Badminton, Ballet, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Fencing, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 19 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Astronomy Club, Athletic Association, Ecology Club, Post and Rail (horseback riding), Robotics Club, Spanish Club Club or Organization: Book Club, Essence Club, Gourmet Club, Knitting Club, Pine Needle Yearbook, Triple Trio Arts and Music Programs: Concert Club, Flute Choir, Grier Dance, Jazz Club, Orchestra, Rock Band Recreational Athletic Programs: Green & Gold | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2010 - 2015 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Boston University | 5 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 5 | |
| New York University | 4 | |
| Grinnell College | 2 | |
| University of Wisconsin | 2 | |
| Berklee College of Music | 1 | |
| Georgetown University | 1 | |
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | 1 | |
| School of the Visual Arts | 1 | |
| Trufts University | 1 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Grier School is a boarding and day school for girls in grades 7-12, located in Central Pennsylvania. Our 300 students enjoy a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, and athletics.
- School accreditations: Middle States Association
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Camila Sodi - Mexican TV star and pop singer - attended Grier as a 9th grader.
- Marcy Rylan - Soap Opera actress
- Veronica Velasco - Mexican Green Party Official
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