The Orme School
Dear Parents and Students - Despite the uncertain times brought on us by the Covid-19 pandemic, we are proud to share that The Orme School is actively providing in-person education in a safe and familiar environment for all our new and returning students. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR THE SPRING SEMESTER (commencing on 1/16/2021) IS DECEMBER 31. Financial Assistance is need-based and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The application process is simple and speedy. You can start by: Sending an inquiry through this website
Scheduling an in-person campus tour or a zoom call with our admissions office at admissions@ormeschool.org
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- Arizona state Orme is an amazing place to meet students from not only different states but different countries as well. In the short year I have attended Orme I have met so many amazing people staff and. . .
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Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | The Orme School | Boarding School Avg. |
School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
Grades Offered | 8-12, PG | 9-12 |
School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
Year Founded | 1929 | 1907 |
Campus Size | 300 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
Enrollment | 144 students | 306 students |
% Students of Color | 24% | 25% |
% International Students | 42% | 20% |
% Students Boarding | 97% | 70% |
Average SAT Score | 1280 | * National Avg. »View |
Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes | No | No |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Jeans, flannels and t shirts are common. All students observe appropriate and respectful attire.) | Casual |
Average Class Size | 9 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 | 7:1 |
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 14 | 18 |
ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
% Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70% | 70% |
Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Summer Program Cost | $875 (Per week ) | |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Finances
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $49,500 (Books included ) | $58,935 |
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $14,500 (Our rigorous and secure COVID19 education platform currently allows full-board students only. If you are interested in Orme for the 2021-2022 school year as a day-student, please contact our office at 928.632.7601.) | $32,900 |
Tuition international students | $49,500 | $53,975 |
% Students on Financial Aid | 55% | 40% |
Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $25,000 (Financial aid is need-based, and is on a first) | $25,000 |
Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
SSAT Required | No | Yes |
Acceptance Rate | 70% | 57% |
Director of Admissions | Jessica Calmes | |
Associate Director of Admissions | Dilek Aksu |
Course Listings
List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 14 | 18 |
Courses | AP Art History, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry , AP Computer Science A , AP English Language and Composition, AP Englishness Literature and Composition , AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Physics , AP Spanish, AP Spanish Language , AP Spanish Literature , AP Statistics , AP United States Government , AP US History |
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 16 |
Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Equestrian, Football, Mountain Biking, Riding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations | 14 | 24 |
Extracurriculars | Ski Club Club or Organization: Art Club, Equestrian Club, Gardening Club, Girls Empowerment, Mathletes, Outdoor Leadership, Robotics Club, Summer School and Camp, Technology Club Arts and Music Programs: Drama Club Recreational Athletic Programs: Caravan, International Club, Sustainability Club |
College Matriculation
Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
Link to Matriculation Data |
School Notes
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Established in 1929, The Orme School is a unique, college-preparatory, co-educational boarding and day school for grades 8 through 12 & PG.
- An hour north of Phoenix, the Orme campus is set on a naturally socially distanced 26,000-acre cattle ranch in the high desert of Arizona set on 300 acres in rural Arizona.
- Our mission is to develop sound character, scholastic growth, and intellectual curiosity, as well as, to enable students to succeed at the college of their choice, and in life.
- From the academic program to residential and community life, the guiding principles of Excellence, Tradition, and Character are applied to every facet of an Orme education.
- Our community is structured, supportive, and diverse. We awaken untapped potential, encourage inner resourcefulness, freedom of expression, integrity, respect, and accountability for self and others.
- Sustainability Since the school`s founding, sustainability has always been at the core of life at Orme. Our beautiful 300-acre campus supports an incredibly biodiverse community of plants and wildlife, in addition to the vibrant community of people. From taking sustainability-focused courses to spending a chores period in the garden or kitchen for our Farm-to-Table program, or simply sorting food waste into the compost bins in Founders, students participate daily in a variety of opportunities that teach them how to contribute to and positively impact the environment and their community
- Horsemanship Students can learn to ride, take care of horses, and trail ride throughout the Orme Ranch and Prescott National Forest. Students work as cowhands on the Orme Ranch during roundups. Our Horsemanship Team participates in English and Western competitions, including Gymkhanas, Hunter/Jumper, Barrel Racing, Roping, and Team Sorting.
- Caravan Outdoor adventures, or Caravans, are a core tradition, building confidence, character, and leadership skills. Experiential and outdoor educational goals are achieved throughout the year with the after-school, weekend, and weeklong outdoor adventures including mountain biking, climbing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, skiing, backpacking, camping, surfing, archeological digs, and horseback riding. ATHLETICS All students are welcome to participate in the Canyon Athletic Association (CAA) in Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, and Volleyball. Students also enjoy Coffee Houses, recitals, and Debate, and Mathletes Teams.
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
- The Orme School accreditations: AdvancED Accreditation, National Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools, Western Association of Boarding Schools, Cum Laude Society, National Honors Society
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