Salisbury School
The Salisbury faculty know and understand young men, and celebrate what it means to be a boy!
Salisbury provides young men with a quality academic program, nurturing environment, leadership opportunities, and a healthy social environment.
Salisbury instills in boys a vibrant enthusiasm for learning and the self-confidence needed for intellectual, physical, moral and spiritual development.
Our dedicated faculty knows how boys learn and will help each boy to achieve success in his individual pursuits.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
- Students: 310 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $66,625
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $48,500
- Acceptance rate: 33%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Description
Salisbury has a beautiful campus and is made for boys.. . .
One of the few all-male boarding schools remaining in New England, Salisbury School doesn't disappoint. This is the greatest aspect of the school. Having attended a coed boarding school prior, Salisbury was a completely different. . .
Top Rankings
Salisbury School ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 109 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Boarding Focus
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Year Founded
1901
1907
Campus Size
725 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
310 students
300 students
% Students of Color
14%
25%
% International Students
19%
20%
% Students Boarding
95%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
17
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
62%
70%
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$65 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$66,625
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$48,500
$33,250
% Students on Financial Aid
37%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$38,500
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
54%
-
Acceptance Rate
33%
58%
Director of Admissions
Bill Warder
Associate Director of Admissions
Tom Spinella
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
17
Courses
AB Calculus, BC Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature and Composition, French, Latin, Physics, Statistics, US History, World History, Computer Science, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, Environmental Science, Microeconomics, Spanish
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
31
23
Extracurriculars
Fishing, International Students Organization, Ultimate Frisbee
Club or Organization:
A Capella, Big Brothers, Chess Club, Chinese Culture Club, Community Service, Computers, Debate, Dorm Prefects, Dramatics, Ecology/Recycling Club, Entrenprenurial Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Growing A Future Organization, Internet Radio Station, Junior State of America (JSA), Leadership Class, Literary Magazine, Liturgical Music, Lower School Wing Society, McCallie Community Council, McCallie Literary Club, McCallie Prayer Ministry, Military History Club, Radio Station, Student Government, The Frisbee Club, WRLA Radio, Yearbook
Club or Organization:
A Capella, Big Brothers, Chess Club, Chinese Culture Club, Community Service, Computers, Debate, Dorm Prefects, Dramatics, Ecology/Recycling Club, Entrenprenurial Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Growing A Future Organization, Internet Radio Station, Junior State of America (JSA), Leadership Class, Literary Magazine, Liturgical Music, Lower School Wing Society, McCallie Community Council, McCallie Literary Club, McCallie Prayer Ministry, Military History Club, Radio Station, Student Government, The Frisbee Club, WRLA Radio, Yearbook
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- The Salisbury faculty know and understand young men, and celebrate what it means to be a boy.As a school designed for boys, our emphasis on relational learning enables Salisbury faculty to build authentic relationships with each student.When a student feels known and valued, he is empowered to persevere through challenges and stay actively engaged.Our distinctive course offerings are carefully crafted to prepare students for the rigors of college and to think independently.The all-boys classroom nurtures the confidence to take risks and inspires growth.Numerous resources are available to guide students while accomplishing his goals and reaching his full potential.
- In the classroom and on the field, Salisbury transforms a young man's character to graduate confident, spirited, curious, and loyal gentlemen and brothers.
- LD types supported: skill based tutoring available
Profile last updated: 08/23/2021
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