Ross School
- Ross School is a co-educational boarding (grades 712 and postgraduate) and day school (pre-nursery 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 440 students and attracts a world-class faculty.
| Definition of Terms 2017 School Data | Ross School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | Pre-K-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1991 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 90 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 368 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 10% | 20% |
| % International Students | 41% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 60% | 67% |
| Average SAT Score | 1575 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1390 - 1730 | - |
| Average ACT score | 22 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Polo shirts, khaki pants) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 16 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 10 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 56% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $77,285 (ross.org/tuition) | $53,350 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $40,790 (Please contact admissions@ross.org for cost breakdown by grade.) | $28,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 31% | 37% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 15 / Feb. 15 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 60% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Jason Warnick | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Jiling Yang | |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 10 | 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 | 12 | 14 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 6 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Gardening Club, Model United Nations, Student Government, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Spring Musical Recreational Athletic Programs: Fitness Club | |
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 712 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
- School accreditations: NAIS, NYAIS, TABS, MSA
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