Ross School

18 Goodfriend Drive
East Hampton, NY 11937

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

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School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data

Ross School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

6-12, PG

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

K-12, PG

5-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

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%

Average SAT Score

1575

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

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Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
(Polo shirts, khaki pants)

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

69%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$80,830

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$44,910
(Please contact admissions@ross.org for cost breakdown by grade.)

$32,995

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$73,570

$44,100

% Students on Financial Aid

45%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$26,000
(Numbers include Financial Aid & Scholarship)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

80%

Acceptance Rate

60%

58%

Director of Admissions

Andrea Chesley

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

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

Sports

Badminton, Ballet, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Sailing, Soccer, Surf Team, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

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

College Matriculation

Year:

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Link to Matriculation Data

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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