The Pennington School

112 West Delaware Avenue
Pennington, NJ 08534
Tel: (609) 737-6128
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The Pennington School is an independent coeducational school for students in grades 6 through 12, in both day and boarding programs, with a current enrollment of 510 students.
The curriculum is college preparatory, with an emphasis on fostering the development of the whole student through academics, athletics, community service, and the creative and performing arts.
Within the curriculum there are also small programs for international students and for students with learning differences.
Founded in 1838, Pennington values both tradition and innovation, applying the values gleaned from centuries of learning, along with the most up-to-date knowledge to a rapidly changing world.
Definition of Terms
 | 2020 School Data
The PenningtonBoarding School Avg.
School FocusCollege PrepCollege Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)8-129-12
Grades Offered (Day)6-129-12
School TypeCo-edCo-ed
Supports Learning Differences (LD)YesYes
Religious AffiliationUnited MethodistNon-denominational
Year Founded18381907
Campus Size54 acres125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment520 students306 students
% Students of Color
37%
25%
% International Students
12%
20%
% Students Boarding
30%
70%
Average SAT Score1220* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score27*National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad YearNoNo

Academics and Faculty

Saturday ClassesNoNo
Classroom Dress CodeFormal
(https://www.pennington.org/community/students/dress-code)		Casual
Average Class Size13 students12
*National School Avg. » 20
Student : Teacher Ratio6:17:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered2018
ESL Courses OfferedYesYes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
73%
70%
Summer Program OfferedYesYes

Finances

Endowment Size$41 million$23 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)		$58,900$58,935
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)		n/a$32,900
Tuition international students$58,900$53,975
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant$30,000$25,000
Merit Scholarships OfferedYesNo

Admission

Application DeadlineFeb. 1Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized ApplicationNoNo
SSAT RequiredYesYes
Acceptance Rate
29%
57%
Director of AdmissionsSharon Jarboe
Associate Director of AdmissionsLynn Zahn

Course Listings

List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered1816
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Water Polo, Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations4224
ExtracurricularsClub or Organization:
Academe (literary magazine), African American Awareness Association, All Students in Action Now, Conduct Review Board, Council for Liberals and Democrats, Crew Team, Cult Movies, Junior Proctors, Latin American Council, Literary Arts Magazine - Gallimaufry, Maiden Voyage, Mentoring, Open Art Studio, Peer Leaders, Pennington Sports Network, Prism, School Newspaper - Crane-Clarion, Science/Outing, Scuba, Service Learning Club, Sketch Class, Sports Weekly Magazine - Cranes Illustrated, Student Council, Technology Student Association, United People of Many Colors, Yearbook, Yearkbook Staff, Youth Service Fellowship

Arts and Music Programs:
Asian Magazine - Quilt Club, Blues Pop Rock Ensemble, Chamber, Computer Team, Dramatic Society, Flight Program, Literary Magazine, Pennington Singers, Presidents Council, Residence Halls Councils, Tae Kwon Do, Vocal Jazz, Womentors

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Bowling Club

College Matriculation

Year: 2009 - 201310 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Hobart and William Smith Colleges10
Rutgers University10
Syracuse University10
Drexel University9
Boston University8
Lafayette College7
New York University7
Carnegie Mellon University6
Fordham University6
Princeton University6
Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

  • The Pennington School is an independent, coeducational school serving day and boarding students in grades 6 through 12. The Pennington School offers a college preparatory curriculum with honors and AP classes, an ESL program for international students, and the Center for Learning.
  • Members of The Pennington School community believe: - Every individual has inherent value. - Each individual has unique potential that can be developed. - Diversity enriches a community. - All life experiences are opportunities to learn. - Learning is an ongoing process. - All people are responsible for and to one another. - Character development is integral to responsible citizenship. - All people should treat each other and each other's religious traditions with respect.
  • The Pennington School seeks to enroll students of good character and demonstrated citizenship who enjoy being part of a community that welcomes and encourages the participation of each of its members. Students should have strong academic ability and should be seeking to build a record of personal achievements appropriate for college admission.
  • LD types supported: Language-based learning differences .
  • The Pennington School accreditations: Middle States, TABS, NAIS, NJAIS
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Dontae Johnson '10 - Cornerback in the NFL for the Seattle Seahawks
    • Michael Lee Brown '11 - Cast member for the Broadway show, "Dear Evan Hansen"

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