Ross School
Ross School is a co-educational boarding (grades 6-12 and postgraduate) and day school (kindergarten -grade 12 and postgraduate) located on two beautiful campuses in East Hampton and Bridgehampton, New York, about two hours east of New York City.
The School offers a global, integrated curriculum with engaging courses in science, arts, humanities, and wellness, while offering opportunities for independent study, competitive athletics, extracurricular activities, and travel.
Ross School serves approximately 365 students and attracts a world-class faculty.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12, PG
- Students: 368 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $80,830
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $44,910
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Top Rankings
Ross School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 308 schools) for:
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1991
1907
Campus Size
63 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
368 students
300 students
% Students of Color
10%
25%
% International Students
41%
20%
% Students Boarding
60%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
13
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
69%
70%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$80,830
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$44,910
(Please contact admissions@ross.org for cost breakdown by grade.)
(Please contact admissions@ross.org for cost breakdown by grade.)
$32,995
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$73,570
$44,100
% Students on Financial Aid
45%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$26,000
(Numbers include Financial Aid & Scholarship)
(Numbers include Financial Aid & Scholarship)
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Average Percentile SSAT
80%
-
Acceptance Rate
60%
58%
Director of Admissions
Andrea Chesley
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
13
17
Courses
Advanced American History, Advanced Art History, Advanced Biology, Advanced English, Advanced European History, Advanced Spanish Language, Advanced Spanish Literature, Advanced Studio Art, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Statistics, Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Environmental Science, Advanced French Language, Advanced Physics
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
17
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
6
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Gardening Club, Mu Alpha Theta-Math Club, Theatre Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Spring Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness Club
Gardening Club, Mu Alpha Theta-Math Club, Theatre Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Spring Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness Club
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- The Ross educational experience aims to impart to young people a 21st century skill set and the inspiration that will motivate them to keep their minds actively engaged in lifelong learning. Ross School offers a dynamic environment where students take an active role in their learning. In addition to core curricular classes, which include English, cultural history, mathematics, science, technology, arts, and languages, students are encouraged to take more responsibility for their own learning by exploring their interests and passions through elective courses, independent study, and Field Academy classes. A Senior Project of the student`s design represents the culmination of this personal exploration.
- Electives vary each term and range from African Drumming to World Religions to Neuroscience, with yearlong and single-term options. Students in good standing whose interests are not found in the offered electives, or who wish to pursue more in-depth studies in a particular area, may propose independent study under the tutelage of a faculty mentor.
- Field Academy offers an opportunity for teachers and students in grades 7-12 and postgraduates to work intensively on group and individual projects during the three weeks between Winter and Spring Terms. Classes and programs in a wide variety of subjects are offered to expose students to in-depth study, new interests, possible college/career paths, volunteer opportunities, and recreational pursuits. Many of these occur in conjunction with travel, both abroad and within the United States.
- LD types supported: Language-based differences, mild learning differences
- Ross School accreditations: NAIS, NYAIS, TABS, MSA
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