Olney Friends School

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
  • Enrollment: 35 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $35,500
  • Acceptance rate: 72%
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2022 School Data
Olney Friends School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1837
1906
Campus Size
350 acres
125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
35 students
315 students
% Students of Color
20%
25%
% International Students
40%
20%
% Students Boarding
82%
69%
Average SAT Score
1130
* National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
7 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$35,500
$62,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,070
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$29,300
$44,900
% Students on Financial Aid
80%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
72%
58%
Director of Admissions
Jasmin Ilovar

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
17
Courses
Advanced Environmental Science, Advanced Humanities, Advanced Mathematics, Advanced Spanish, Advanced Technology

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
4
16

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
13
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Spiritual Life Committee, Student Dorm Staff

Arts and Music Programs:
2-D art, 3-D art, Coffee House, Electives in theater, photography

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Running, Soccer, Strength/Conditioning, Volleyball, Yoga

College Matriculation

Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)

School Notes

  • Olney Friends School's students come from diverse international, religious, social and economic backgrounds. Students come from 14 different states and 10 different countries.
  • Course offerings include standard college preparatory courses (including Advanced classes, fine arts, and a variety of electives).
  • Every graduate is accepted into at least one college. Graduates of Olney Friends School are well prepared to enter college and the world of responsibilities and choices that await them.
  • Olney Friends School accreditations: ISACS accreditation; Member of NAIS, TABS, Friends Council on Education, OAIS
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Olney Friends School cost?
Olney Friends School's tuition is approximately $35,500 for boarding students.
What schools are Olney Friends School often compared to?
Olney Friends Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand River Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Olney Friends School?
The acceptance rate of Olney Friends School is 72%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.
What sports does Olney Friends School offer?
Olney Friends School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country Running, Intramural Sports Only and Soccer.
What is Olney Friends School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Olney Friends School?
The application deadline for Olney Friends School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
  • Enrollment: 35 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $35,500
  • Acceptance rate: 72%
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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