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.
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- Review Description
- Elon University Salisbury has a beautiful campus and is made for boys.. . .
- Colby College 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. . .
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Salisbury School is listed among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 106 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
- Student Attention Low student:teacher ratio
Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | Salisbury School | Boarding School Avg. |
School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
Grades Offered | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
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% |
Average SAT Score | 1240 | * National Avg. »View |
Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Jacket and Tie for Classes Only) | Casual |
Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 | 7:1 |
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 18 |
ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
% Faculty with Advanced Degree | 62% | 70% |
Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
Endowment Size | $65 million | $22 million |
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $61,000 | $58,900 |
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $32,250 |
% Students on Financial Aid | 37% | 40% |
Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $35,500 | $25,000 |
Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
Average Percentile SSAT | 54% | - |
Acceptance Rate | 33% | 57% |
Director of Admissions | Will Leedy | |
Associate Director of Admissions | Tom Spinella |
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 17 | 18 |
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 | 19 | 16 |
Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cycling, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Squash, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling |
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations | 31 | 24 |
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 |
College Matriculation
Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
Link to Matriculation Data |
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
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