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 fall semester begins August 29th and applications are still being accepted for grades 8-12. 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
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG
- Students: 144 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $51,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $51,500
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Description
Well to start off the Orme school is so much different then normal boarding school. I have went to about 4 different boarding schools. When I found Orme, I knew it was going to be. . .
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. . .
Top Rankings
The Orme School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1929
1907
Campus Size
300 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
144 students
300 students
% Students of Color
24%
25%
% International Students
42%
20%
% Students Boarding
97%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
70%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$1 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$51,500
(Books included )
(Books included )
$60,215
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$51,500
(Boarding School Only )
(Boarding School Only )
$32,995
Tuition international students
$51,500
$54,500
Summer Program Cost
$1,200
(Per week )
(Per week )
% Students on Financial Aid
55%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,000
(Financial aid is need-based, and is on a first)
(Financial aid is need-based, and is on a first)
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
70%
58%
Director of Admissions
Jara Ruiz Anchia
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
21
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
14
23
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
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)
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: ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Executive Functioning Issues
- 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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