The Bolles School
- The Bolles School is a nationally known co-educational college preparatory day and boarding school serving grades PreK through 12 on four campuses.
- Offering a breadth of programs, Bolles is recognized for excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and activities. For information, call (904)256-5030 or visit www.bolles.org.
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| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | The Bolles School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | Pre-K-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1933 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 52 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 1700 students | 313 students |
| % Students of Color | 28% | 21% |
| % International Students | 5% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 12% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | 1290 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1170 - 1390 | - |
| Average ACT score | 27 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Boys are not required to wear blazers.) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 22 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 61% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $16 million | $19 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $53,490 | $54,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $30,550 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $46,190 | $40,300 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 22% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $13,220 | $23,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 31 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Average Percentile SSAT | 56% | - |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Scott Smith | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Mark Frampton | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 22 | 17 |
| Courses | AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government, AP Computer Science A, AP English III, AP English IV, AP French V, AP Latin IV, AP Latin V, AP Modern European History, AP Physics B, AP Portfolio 2D, AP Portfolio 3D, AP Portfolio Drawing, AP Spanish V, AP Statistics, AP U.S. Government, AP U.S. History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 | 15 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2012 - 2014 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Florida | 65 | |
| Florida State University | 60 | |
| Auburn University | 15 | |
| Jacksonville University | 14 | |
| University of Alabama | 14 | |
| University of North Florida | 13 | |
| University of Central Florida | 11 | |
| University of Georgia | 11 | |
| College of Charleston | 10 | |
| University of Miami | 10 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- The Bolles School, established in 1933, is a coeducational, college-preparatory school focusing on general academics for day students in grades PreK through 12 and resident students in grades 9 through 12. The school consists of the Upper School San Jose Campus (grades 9 through 12), Middle School Bartram Campus (grades 6 through 8), and two lower schools, Whitehurst Campus (Pre-K through Grade 5), and Ponte Vedra Beach Campus (Pre K through Grade 5).
- The Bolles School offers a comprehensive college preparatory program. Bolles prepares students for the future by providing them with challenges that promote growth and development in academics, arts, activities and athletics. Moral development is encouraged by an emphasis on respect for self and others, volunteerism, and personal responsibility.
- A not-for-profit institution, The Bolles School is governed by a self-perpetuating Board of Trustees. The School also works with a 30-member Board of Visitors and an Alumni Board, representing more than 6,500 living graduates.
- The Bolles School accreditations: SACS FCIS NAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Caroline Barlow '07 - 2010 Rhodes Scholar and US Naval Academy Brigade Commander
- Joseph Kittinger '46 - US Air Force pilot, performed highest and fastest skydive over 100,000 feet as key member of Project Excelsior
- Ryan Murphy '13 - 3-time Olympic gold medal swimmer
- Travis Tygart '89 - CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency
- Chipper Jones '90 - 7-time Major League Baseball All-Star with the Atlanta Braves, 1999 MVP, 1995 World Champion
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