Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12, PG
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
The Phelps School
About the School
- The Phelps School in Malvern, Pennsylvania, is a renowned private all-boys boarding and day school established in 1946.
- With a focus on academic rigor, character development, and extracurricular engagement, Phelps offers personalized attention in small class sizes, for grades 6-12.
- Students participate in diverse activities including athletics, arts, and community service, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Our motto, "Truth without Fear," is evident in everything our students do from the classroom to the field to the dormitories.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12, PG
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Phelps School ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 79 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
2026 School Data
The Phelps School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Year Founded
1946
1906
Campus Size
100 acres
130 acres
School Motto
Veritas Sine Timore
Student Body
Enrollment
100 students
319 students
% Students of Color
65%
27%
% International Students
47%
21%
% Students Boarding
85%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
85%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
# of AP Courses Offered
12
18
Courses
BiologyCalculus
ChemsitryComposition
Computer Science
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students on Financial Aid
60%
40%
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Admissions
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
6
17
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Lions
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
1
23
Extracurriculars
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
School Notes
- Since 1946, The Phelps School, a boys' middle and high school in Malvern, PA, champions every learner, meeting each boy where he is and empowering him to excel as a scholar, artist, athlete, or independent thinker. A close-knit community with a 6 to 1 student-teacher ratio, dedicated student support through our Academic Support Program, health and wellness services, and a balance of structure and personalized guidance, every boy is known, challenged, and supported. We cultivate belonging, purpose, and the skills for meaningful success in life and learning. From potential to purpose, boys thrive at The Phelps School.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The Phelps School?
The acceptance rate of The Phelps School is 95%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does The Phelps School offer?
The Phelps School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country Running, Indoor Soccer, Paddle Tennis, Soccer and Tennis.
What is The Phelps School's ranking?
The Phelps School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.
When is the application deadline for The Phelps School?
The application deadline for The Phelps School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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- Grades: 6-12, PG
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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