Olney Friends School is a progressive, independent college preparatory, co-educational boarding school for 40-60 students in grades 9 through 12, located Barnesville, Ohio.
Average class size is 7 Student-to-Faculty ration is less than 3:1
We celebrate intellectual vigor, provoke questions of conscience, and nurture skills for living in community.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- 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
Top Rankings
Olney Friends School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 288 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Affordability
Student Attention
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Learning Difference Programs
Mild learning differences
n/a
Year Founded
1837
1907
Campus Size
350 acres
130 acres
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
35 students
314 students
% Students of Color
20%
25%
% International Students
40%
20%
% Students Boarding
82%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$35,500
$63,925
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,185
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$29,300
$46,000
% Students on Financial Aid
80%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
72%
60%
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
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.
- LD types supported: Mild learning differences
- 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 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 60%.
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?
Olney Friends School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students), High percentage of students on financial aid, Small average class sizes and Low student:teacher ratio.
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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