The Kiski School

1888 Brett Lane
Saltsburg, PA 15681
Tel: (724) 639-8035
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The Kiski School Photo #1 - Kiski's outdoor classroom and project-based learning culture gives boys the opportunity to get out of traditional four-walled classrooms and experience the beautiful scenery that Western Pennsylvania autumn offers! With our dedicated STEAM and Makerspace areas, young men get to roll up their sleeves and enjoy hands-on learning!
The Kiski School Photo #2 - As 2019 state soccer champions, our varsity soccer team trains throughout the year. With 17 varsity sports, Kiski boys practice hard and compete harder on the field, on the courts, on the track, on the rink and in the pool and in the gym. With opportunities to work out in our state-of-the-art weight room and athletic facilities our student-athletes stay in top physical shape for 3-season sports
The Kiski School Photo #3 - Our exceptional College Counseling Office works closely with each Kiski Junior and Senior as they complete essays and applications for colleges our students aspire to attend.
  • One of America`s oldest boys` boarding schools, Kiski enrolls young gentlemen from 13 countries and 19 states who wish to prepare for the rigors of the nation`s best colleges and universities.
  • Kiski`s 350-acre campus overlooks the small town of Saltsburg, PA, only 30 miles east of Pittsburgh, PA. Kiski`s dynamic faculty employs technology every day, and each student uses a school-issued laptop to use for homework and in-class activities.
  • The best practices for teaching boys are used, from project-based learning to competition based initiatives, allowing for students to discover their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Through the utilization of all hours of the day, boys can truly thrive as they explore history, arts, athletics, academics, and most importantly themselves on their way to becoming a well-rounded person.
  • About 200 students and roughly 40 faculty and administrators reside on the beautifully wooded campus.

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Definition of Terms
 | 2020 School Data
The Kiski SchoolBoarding School Avg.
School FocusCollege PrepCollege Preparatory
Grades Offered9-12, PG7-12
School TypeAll-boysCo-ed
ADD/ADHD SupportYesYes
Religious AffiliationNon-denominationalNon-denominational
Year Founded18881907
Campus Size350 acres125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment185 students306 students
% Students of Color
40%
25%
% International Students
40%
20%
% Students Boarding
95%
70%
Average SAT Scoren/a* National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad YearYesNo

Academics and Faculty

Saturday ClassesNoNo
Classroom Dress CodeFormal
(Jacket, tie)		Casual
Average Class Size11 students12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio1:61:7
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered2118
ESL Courses OfferedYesYes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
65%
70%
Summer Program OfferedNoYes

Finances

Endowment Size$10 million$22 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)		$48,500$58,700
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)		$38,500$32,000
% Students on Financial Aid
72%
39%
Merit Scholarships OfferedYesNo

Admission

Application DeadlineJan. 31 / rollingJan. 15
SSAT RequiredNoYes
Acceptance Rate
65%
57%
Director of AdmissionsBramble Buran
Associate Director of AdmissionsTyler Hawkins

Course Listings

List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered2118
CoursesAP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese, AP English, AP European History, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP U.S. History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered1216
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations1624
ExtracurricularsClub or Organization:
Art Club, Astronomy Club, Book, campus tour guides, Chess Club, Clay Breakers Sporting Clays shooting club, Cougar Cup, Cougar Online, Creative Writing Club, Culture Club, Hiking & Camping, New England Math League, Ping-Pong, Senior Prefects, Thespian Troupe, Writing Club

College Matriculation

Year: 2009 - 201310 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
United States Naval Academy14
Penn State at State College6
Carnegie Mellon University5
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill4
Davidson College2
Denison University2
Dickinson College2
Colgate University1
Johns Hopkins1
Kenyon College1
Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

  • Academic offerings include 21 advanced courses and honors sections are available throughout the curriculum. Teachers are available each evening for academic extra help sessions. A learning support center is housed on campus that offers students study strategies, writing tips, and more from our Learning Support Specialist.
  • Social events include several dances and cultural exchanges. Trips to movies, malls, restaurants, sporting events, various outdoor activities, and historical trips are just a few of the events that take place throughout the school year.
  • Parents have home telephone numbers and email addresses of all Kiski faculty and administrators. Parents and families are welcomed at numerous events throughout the school year.
  • Tours and admission interviews are available by appointment throughout the year. Call 724-639-8035 or email admissions@kiski.org to make arrangements.
  • The Kiski School accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Jack Hanna - Zoologist
    • David Conrad - Actor
    • Bob Matthias - Olympic Gold Medalist
    • Carroll "Beano" Cook - ESPN Football Commentator and historian
    • Marshall Goldberg - Director
    • Daryll Clark - Former Penn State Quarterback who signed as a 2010 Free-Agent with the Washington Redskins
    • Curtis Ennis - Former NFL running back

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  • Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
  • Students: 185 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $48,500
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,500
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
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