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Academy of the Holy Family
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Highest Percentage of Students on Financial Aid

The average percentage of students on financial aid across the 227 ranked boarding schools is 42% (2026-27).
The boarding school with the highest percentage of students on financial aid is Academy of the Holy Family, with 75%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools Ranked: 227
  • Top 20 Range (Highest Percentage of Students on Financial Aid): 70%–100%
  • National Avg.: 42%

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools Ranked: 227
  • Top 20 Range (Highest Percentage of Students on Financial Aid): 70%–100%
  • National Avg.: 42%

National Average Financial Aid Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +16.0% (+5.8% since 2016)

Year National avg
2025 42% (▲ 1.2 pp)
2024 40.8% (— 0 pp)
2023 40.8% (▲ 0.8 pp)
2022 40% (▼ 0.1 pp)
2021 40.1% (▲ 0.8 pp)
2020 39.3% (▲ 0.8 pp)
2019 38.5% (▲ 0.7 pp)
2018 37.8% (▲ 1 pp)
2017 36.8% (▲ 0.6 pp)
2016 36.2% (▲ 0.6 pp)
2015 35.6% (▲ 0.6 pp)
2014 35%
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Highest Percentage of Students on Financial Aid (2026-27)

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Academy of the Holy Family Photo - Ambassadors Club
#1(T1–T20)Academy of the Holy Family
Gr: 9-12
All-girls (Catholic)
54 W. Main Street Box 691
Baltic, CT 06330
(860) 822-6279
>70%% Students on Aid
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Bridgton Academy Photo
#1(T1–T20)Bridgton Academy
Gr: 12-12, PG
All-boys
11 Academy Lane
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
>70%% Students on Aid
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Map of Buxton School
#1(T1–T20)Buxton School
Gr: 9-12, PG
291 South Street
Williamstown, MA 01267
(413) 458-3919
(4)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Fishburne Military School Photo - Fishburne Military School is the smallest all-boys military boarding school in Virginia. Our cadets come from 18 different states and 4 countries. Located in Waynesboro VA, Fishburne continues to be a pillar of all-boys education since Fishburne's founding in 1879.
#1(T1–T20)Fishburne Military School
Gr: 8-12 | 6-12 (day)
All-boys
225 S. Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7706
(7)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.
#1(T1–T20)Fork Union Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys (Baptist)
PO Box 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4205
(7)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Interlochen Arts Academy Photo - Music students study in the state-of-the-art Music Center, which features two large ensemble rehearsal halls, nine ensemble rooms, 25 teaching studios, a recording studio, and more.
#1(T1–T20)Interlochen Arts Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
4000 J Maddy Pkwy
Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 276-7472
(2)
>70%% Students on Aid
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The Kiski School Photo - Beginning in 2024, Kiski will offer co-education, extending our outstanding opportunities and unique educational environment to both boys and girls.
#1(T1–T20)The Kiski School
Gr: 9-12, PG
1888 Brett Lane
Saltsburg, PA 15681
(724) 639-8035
>70%% Students on Aid
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Lyndon Institute Photo
#1(T1–T20)Lyndon Institute
Gr: 9-12, PG
PO Box 127, 168 Institute Circle
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
(802) 535-3700
>70%% Students on Aid
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Maharishi School Photo
#1(T1–T20)Maharishi School
Gr: 9-12 | PK-12 (day)
804 Dr Robert K Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
(2)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Marianapolis Preparatory School Photo
#1(T1–T20)Marianapolis Preparatory School
Gr: 9-12, PG
Catholic
26 Chase Road
Thompson, CT
(860) 923-9565
(1)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Miss Hall's School Photo
#1(T1–T20)Miss Hall's School
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-girls
492 Holmes Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 499-1300
(6)
>70%% Students on Aid
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New Mexico Military Institute Photo - Cadets forge lifelong friendships at NMMI.
#1(T1–T20)New Mexico Military Institute
Gr: 9-12, PG
101 West College Blvd
Roswell, NM 88201
(800) 421-5376
(7)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Randolph-Macon Academy Photo
#1(T1–T20)Randolph-Macon Academy
Gr: 8-12, PG
United Methodist
200 Academy Drive
Front Royal, VA 22630
(540) 636-5484
(4)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. Photo
#1(T1–T20)Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc.
Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day)
Christian
15420 S HWY-66
Beverly, KY 40913
(606) 598-2416
>70%% Students on Aid
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St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo - Academic achievement is high on the list of St. Bernard Prep priorities, with students consistently ranking above national and state averages in ACT and National Merit Exams.
#1(T1–T20)St. Bernard Preparatory School
Gr: 7-12
Catholic
1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
>70%% Students on Aid
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St. John's Northwestern Academy Photo - Students walking through campus.
#1(T1–T20)St. John's Northwestern Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
Episcopal
1101 Genesee Street
Delafield, WI 53018
(262) 646-7199
(4)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Southeastern Preparatory Academy Photo - Welcome to the Nest!
#1(T1–T20)Southeastern Preparatory Academy
Gr: 6-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day)
8701 Maitland Summit Blvd
Orlando, FL 32810
(407) 960-6009
>70%% Students on Aid
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Subiaco Academy Photo - Named by Architecture Digest as one of "The World's Most Beautiful Boarding Schools," the modified Romanesque style architecture was rebuilt in 1959 using native sandstone taken from our own quarries about a mile northeast of the Abbey.
#1(T1–T20)Subiaco Academy
Gr: 7-12
All-boys (Catholic)
405 North Subiaco Avenue
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
(4)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Tallulah Falls School Photo - AFFORDING TALLULAH FALLS SCHOOL Each year, Tallulah Falls School awards more than $4 million in need-based financial aid to 70 percent of our student body.
#1(T1–T20)Tallulah Falls School
Gr: 7-12 | 4-12 (day)
Non-denom. / Christian
201 Campus Drive, PO Box 10
Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
(706) 754-0400
(2)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Wisconsin Lutheran High School Photo - Founded in 1903, Wisconsin Lutheran High School is a prestigious, multiethnic Christian boarding and day school for grades 9-12.
#1(T1–T20)Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Gr: 9-12
Christian
330 N. Glenview Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 453-4567
(2)
>70%% Students on Aid
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Hillcrest Lutheran Academy Photo - Hillcrest started in 1916 out of the Bible school movement in America at the turn of the century. For the past 100 years Hillcrest has served families from nearly every continent and throughout the United States with a comprehensive boarding school program that disciples students and equips them for their next stages in life.
#21(T21–T37)Hillcrest Lutheran Academy
Gr: 10-12 | PK-12 (day)
Christian
610 Hillcrest Dr.
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3371
(5)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Hyde School Photo
#21(T21–T37)Hyde School
Gr: 9-12, PG
616 High Street
Bath, ME 04530
(207) 443-5584
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Idyllwild Arts Academy Photo - Idyllwild Arts Academy is home to 280 students from over 30 countries and 27 US states, all devoted to intensive study of the arts. Named #1 High School for Arts in the nation by Niche in 2025.
#21(T21–T37)Idyllwild Arts Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
52500 Temecula Road
Idyllwild, CA 92549
(951) 659-2171
(23)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Kents Hill School Photo - Our idyllic, 400-acre campus is nestled in the midst of the Belgrade Lakes and provides sweeping views of the mountains of Maine and New Hampshire.
#21(T21–T37)Kents Hill School
Gr: 9-12, PG
PO Box 257, 1614 Main St., Rte. 17
Kents Hill, ME 04349
(207) 685-1606
(1)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Lincoln Academy Photo - Lincoln Academy's campus is large, safe, and beautiful. Located near the ocean and within a 10 minute walk of a vibrant small town, our students love living here!
#21(T21–T37)Lincoln Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
81 Academy Hill
Newcastle, ME 04553
(207) 563-3596
(1)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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The Linsly School Photo - Linsly's lower school (grades 5-8) program of studies emphasizes the mastery of fundamental concepts through innovative cross-curricular programs and regimented learning, all of which are designed to prepare students for college preparatory curriculum of the upper school (grades 9-12).
#21(T21–T37)The Linsly School
Gr: 7-12 | 5-12 (day)
60 Knox Lane
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1436
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Marshall School Photo - The beautiful 42-acre campus provides outdoor learning, recreation, and incredible views of Lake Superior, the world's largest natural lake.
#21(T21–T37)Marshall School
Gr: 8-12 | K-12 (day)
1215 Rice Lake Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 727-7266
(2)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Missouri Military Academy Photo - Established in 1889, Missouri Military Academy has transformed young men into leaders who are well-educated, prepared gentlemen of character. Our long history and distinct traditions inspire a sense of pride and duty among the young men who seek to fulfill their potential at MMA.
#21(T21–T37)Missouri Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys (Non-denom. / Christian)
204 Grand Street
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-1776
(7)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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The Phelps School Photo - At Phelps, students are at the heart of all we do. We educate boys in grades 6-12 from potential to purpose.
#21(T21–T37)The Phelps School
Gr: 6-12, PG
All-boys
583 Sugartown Road
Malvern, PA 19355
(443) 386-2199
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Photo
#21(T21–T37)Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day)
Presbyterian
339 Nacoochee Drive
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
(706) 746-7720
(1)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Riverside Military Academy Photo
#21(T21–T37)Riverside Military Academy
Gr: 6-12
All-boys
2001 Riverside Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501
(678) 696-2116
(5)
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Saint James School Photo - Founded in 1842, Saint James School is a coeducational, Episcopal boarding and day school for students in grades 8-12 located in Hagerstown, Maryland.
#21(T21–T37)Saint James School
Gr: 8-12
Episcopal
17641 College Road
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 733-9330
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Saint John's Preparatory School Photo - We are located on 2900 of woodlands and lakes in Collegeville, MN
#21(T21–T37)Saint John's Preparatory School
Gr: 8-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
Catholic
2280 Watertower Road
Collegeville, MN 56321
(320) 363-3315
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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St. Lawrence Seminary High School Photo
#21(T21–T37)St. Lawrence Seminary High School
Gr: 9-12
All-boys (Catholic)
301 Church Street
Mt. Calvary, WI 53057
(920) 753-7570
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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St. Thomas More School Photo - Beautiful rural campus located in Eastern Connecticut - just 2.5 hours from NYC.
#21(T21–T37)St. Thomas More School
Gr: 8-12, PG
45 Cottage Road
Oakdale, CT 06370
(860) 823-3861
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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South Kent School Photo
#21(T21–T37)South Kent School
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-boys (Episcopal)
40 Bulls Bridge Rd
South Kent, CT 06785
(860) 927-3539
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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THINK Global School Photo - THINK Global School is comprised of 30 high school students who hail from all over the world. It's an opportunity to live next to and learn from a truly global student body.
#21(T21–T37)THINK Global School
Gr: 11-12
1460 Broadway Street #4027
New York, NY 10036
(646) 768-0302
60%-70%% Students on Aid
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Asheville School Photo - Asheville School is for those who dare to be extraordinary. It is a privilege to learn and live at Asheville School, a small and special enclave among ancient mountains.
#38(T38–T65)Asheville School
Gr: 9-12
Non-denom. / Christian
360 Asheville School Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 254-6345
(4)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Athol Murray College of Notre Dame Photo - Notre Dame provides an exceptional educational and boarding experience with a balance of strong academic, athletic and spiritual growth in a safe and caring prairie environment. Notre Dame has 90% of its students in boarding from 20 different countries across the world. The Notre Dame Brand is renowned across the world for its hockey program and has 15 different competitive
#38(T38–T65)Athol Murray College of Notre Dame
Gr: 9-12
PO Box 100
Wilcox, Canada S0G5E0
(306) 732-1203
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Buffalo Seminary Photo - Our oldest tradition may be forward thinking but we are anchored in many other traditions too. Roses and white dresses for commencement. Our Social & Academic Honor Code. Morning Meeting to start the day. ..
#38(T38–T65)Buffalo Seminary
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-girls
205 Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 885-6780
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Canterbury School Photo - At Canterbury School, a balanced educational experience integrates academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement. As a welcoming interfaith community, Canterbury fosters a sense of belonging, providing passionate educators and transformative opportunities that guide you toward your fullest potential. This is what makes Canterbury School more than just a place to learn-it's a place to become your best self.
#38(T38–T65)Canterbury School
Gr: 9-12, PG
Catholic
101 Aspetuck Avenue
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 210-3832
(1)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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CATS Academy Boston Photo - Adams Hall
#38(T38–T65)CATS Academy Boston
Gr: 8-12, PG
2001 Washington Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(857) 400-9700
(1)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Christchurch School Photo - "Set your course at the river. " Established in the Episcopal tradition, Christchurch is inclusive, welcoming students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.
#38(T38–T65)Christchurch School
Gr: 9-12
Episcopal
49 Seahorse Lane
Christchurch, VA 23031
(804) 542-6843
(1)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Dunn School Photo - In 2020 the new Leadership Center was completed. Overlooking the open space known as Munger Common, the center provides state of the art meeting rooms and learning facilities, is home to the student-run Earwig Cafe, and hosts our college counseling team. Students can be found gathering both indoors and outside the center for conversation and relaxation.
#38(T38–T65)Dunn School
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day)
P.O. Box 98, 2555 W. Highway 154
Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 686-0650
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Foxcroft School Photo - Schoolhouse
#38(T38–T65)Foxcroft School
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-girls
22407 Foxhound Lane
Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-4340
(9)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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George School Photo
#38(T38–T65)George School
Gr: 9-12
Society of Friends
1690 Newtown Langhorne Road
Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 579-6547
(9)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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The Gow School Photo
#38(T38–T65)The Gow School
Gr: 5-12, PG
2491 Emery Road
South Wales, NY 14139
(716) 687-2001
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Hargrave strives to develop well-rounded young men. Hargrave offers various opportunities for Cadets to be involved with music and the arts.
#38(T38–T65)Hargrave Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys (Baptist)
200 Military Drive
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
(6)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Landmark School Photo - Landmark's beautiful coastal campus just 30 miles from Boston.
#38(T38–T65)Landmark School
Gr: 9-12 | 2-12 (day)
429 Hale Street
Prides Crossing, MA 01965
(978) 236-3000
(2)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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The Leelanau School Photo
#38(T38–T65)The Leelanau School
Gr: 9-12
1 Old Homestead Road
Glen Arbor, MI 49636
(231) 334-5800
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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The MacDuffie School Photo - Aerial view of MacDuffie's 250 acre campus
#38(T38–T65)The MacDuffie School
Gr: 6-12, PG
66 School Street
Granby, MA 01033
(413) 255-0000
(1)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA) Photo
#38(T38–T65)Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA)
Gr: 9-12
Catholic
1000 Green St.
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5482
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Mercersburg Academy Photo
#38(T38–T65)Mercersburg Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, PA 17236
(717) 328-6173
(20)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Mount Michael Benedictine School Photo
#38(T38–T65)Mount Michael Benedictine School
Gr: 9-12
All-boys (Catholic)
22520 Mount Michael Road
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 238-1457
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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New England Innovation Academy Photo
#38(T38–T65)New England Innovation Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
280 Locke Drive
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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New Hampton School Photo - Beautiful, 340-acre campus
#38(T38–T65)New Hampton School
Gr: 9-12, PG
70 Main Street
New Hampton, NH 03256
(603) 677-3401
(8)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Perkiomen School Photo - Innovation Center
#38(T38–T65)Perkiomen School
Gr: 6-12, PG
200 Seminary Street
Pennsburg, PA 18073
(215) 679-9511
(5)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Principia School Photo - Principia's supportive community is one where all levels come together to cheer on our sports teams.
#38(T38–T65)Principia School
Gr: 8-12 | PK-12 (day)
Christian
13201 Clayton Rd
St. Louis, MO 63131
(314) 514-3188
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - Founded in 1868, St. Andrew's-Sewanee and its students enjoy many long held traditions like the Morning Watch, ringing the Chapel Bells after a victory, Creative Expression Assemblies, Winterim, and the International Flag Ceremony. Recent additions include the Tri-Tree Competition, the pancake race, and the Blessing of the Animals.
#38(T38–T65)St. Andrew's-Sewanee School
Gr: 7-12 | 6-12 (day)
Episcopal
290 Quintard Rd.
Sewanee, TN 37375
(931) 598-5651
(6)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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St. Timothy's School Photo - Completed in 2012, Dixon Hall is our state-of-the-art academic building. The technology-rich facility features the Taft Lecture Hall, the Coleman World Languages and Cultures Center, and a Center for Learning and Teaching.
#38(T38–T65)St. Timothy's School
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-girls (Episcopal)
8400 Greenspring Avenue
Stevenson, MD 21153
(410) 486-7401
(2)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Tilton School Photo - Tilton School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school serving students from 9th to 12th grade and postgraduates. Tilton's student body of 220 consists of day students and boarding students from 19 states and 16 countries. Although the Tilton Experience is different for every student, it challenges all students to try new things, learn new skills, and try new things.
#38(T38–T65)Tilton School
Gr: 9-12, PG
30 School Street
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-1733
(1)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Trinity-Pawling School Photo - There are countless opportunities for students to develop leadership skills at Trinity-Pawling. Our community is intentionally designed to unleash the full potential of each student. Classes, clubs and activities, dorms, community service, and athletics are all venues for students to assume both official and unofficial positions of leadership, build their confidence, and become effective role models.
#38(T38–T65)Trinity-Pawling School
Gr: 8-12, PG | 7-12, PG (day)
All-boys (Episcopal)
700 Route 22
Pawling, NY 12564
(845) 855-4825
(1)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Wayland Academy Photo - Wayland Hall, the most historic buildings on campus, currently houses first-year and sophomore boys. The interior was remodeled recently and offers some of the nicest rooms and gathering spaces on any campus in America.
#38(T38–T65)Wayland Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
101 North University
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
(800) 860-7725
(4)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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The Webb School Photo
#38(T38–T65)The Webb School
Gr: 7-12 | 6-12 (day)
319 Webb Road East
Bell Buckle, TN 37020
(931) 389-6003
(10)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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West Nottingham Academy Photo - Nestled on 100 acres in northeast Maryland, WNA is geographically situated among Washington DC, Baltimore, MD, Wilmington, DE, Philadelphia, PA New York City, and the Delaware beaches. A campus where students learn and play.
#38(T38–T65)West Nottingham Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
1079 Firetower Road
Colora, MD 21917
(410) 658-9224
(10)
50%-60%% Students on Aid
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Avon Old Farms School Photo - Nestled among Cotswold-inspired architecture on 860 acres in the Farmington Valley, Avon Old Farms stands as the leader in preparing boys to become men.
#66(T66–T119)Avon Old Farms School
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-boys
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
(800) 464-2866
(6)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Baylor School Photo - Baylor School is situated on 690 acres along the Tennessee River.
#66(T66–T119)Baylor School
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day)
171 Baylor School Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 267-5902
(4)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Bishop's College School Photo - Our mission is simple: to create a caring community of learning and development where cultures connect and individuals matter. Our commitment to excellence in academics, wellness, athletics, creativity, and service contribute to a lifetime of engagement and global competence
#66(T66–T119)Bishop's College School
Gr: 7-12
80 chemin Moulton Hill
Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada J1M 1Z8
(819) 566-0238
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Blue Ridge School Photo - Our beautiful 750 acre campus is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a lovely 30 minute drive from Charlottesville Virginia. We take full advantage our location to help boys channel their energy, hone their leadership skills, foster respect for the environment, enhance their self esteem, and learn the value of teamwork.
#66(T66–T119)Blue Ridge School
Gr: 9-12
All-boys (Episcopal)
273 Mayo Drive
St. George, VA 22935
(434) 985-2811
(7)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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The Brook Hill School Photo - The Brook Hill School. Christ-Centered. College Prep.
#66(T66–T119)The Brook Hill School
Gr: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
Christian
1051 N Houston
Bullard, TX 75757
(903) 894-5000
(3)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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The Calverton School Photo - Friendships are made across divisions at Calverton.
#66(T66–T119)The Calverton School
Gr: 8-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day)
300 Calverton School Rd
Huntingtown, MD 20639
(410) 535-0216
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall Photo
#66(T66–T119)Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall
Gr: 9-12, PG | 8-12, PG (day)
785 Beaver Street
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-0804
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Chatham Hall Photo - Our students thrive in a dynamic environment designed specifically for their success.
#66(T66–T119)Chatham Hall
Gr: 9-12
All-girls (Episcopal)
800 Chatham Hall Circle
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-5516
(5)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Christ School Photo
#66(T66–T119)Christ School
Gr: 8-12
All-boys (Episcopal)
500 Christ School Road
Asheville, NC 28704
(828) 684-6232
(1)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Colorado Rocky Mountain School Photo - With 174 students, relationships are at the core of the Colorado Rocky Mountain School experience. This close-knit community resides on a 320-acre historic ranch, at the confluence of two rivers and base of Mount Sopris, providing not only an outdoor learning laboratory but a launch point for boundless outdoor adventure.
#66(T66–T119)Colorado Rocky Mountain School
Gr: 9-12
500 Holden Way
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2562
(8)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Currey Ingram Academy Photo - Aerial view of Currey Ingram's 83-acre campus.
#66(T66–T119)Currey Ingram Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day)
6544 Murray Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 507-3173
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Darlington School Photo - Darlington's expansive curriculum includes unique offerings such as Robotics, which is supported by a MakerSpace.
#66(T66–T119)Darlington School
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day)
1014 Cave Spring Road, SW
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-0436
(11)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Delphian School Photo - Delphian is located just one hour from Portland, OR. on a large 720 acre wooded campus. The residential community is in constant motion, alive with students from all around the world.
#66(T66–T119)Delphian School
Gr: 5-12 | PK-12 (day)
20950 SW Rock Creek Road
Sheridan, OR 97378
(503) 843-3521
(28)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Emma Willard School Photo
#66(T66–T119)Emma Willard School
Gr: 9-12, PG
All-girls
285 Pawling Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 833-1320
(9)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Fountain Valley School is a coed independent college preparatory school offering boarding and day programs for students grades 9-12. FVS was established in 1930 and is located on an 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, Colo., approximately 70 miles (115 km) south of Denver. Colorado's mountain ski resorts are two hours to the west.
#66(T66–T119)Fountain Valley School of Colorado
Gr: 9-12 | 8-12 (day)
6155 Fountain Valley School Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
(719) 391-5251
(5)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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The Frederick Gunn School Photo - The Frederick Gunn School, founded in 1850, is a co-ed boarding and day school for 350 students in grades 9-12 as well as a post-graduate year located in Washington, Connecticut.
#66(T66–T119)The Frederick Gunn School
Gr: 9-12, PG
99 Green Hill Road
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7334
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Fryeburg Academy Photo
#66(T66–T119)Fryeburg Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
745 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 935-2013
(1)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Garrison Forest School Photo - One of the entrances to Garrison Forest School.
#66(T66–T119)Garrison Forest School
Gr: 8-12 | PK-12 (day)
All-girls
300 Garrison Forest Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 559-3111
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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The Global College Photo - The Global College Building
#66(T66–T119)The Global College
Gr: 11-12
Calle Castellón de la Plana 8
Madrid, Spain 28006
0034915689937
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Gould Academy Photo - Gould offers amazing outdoor opportunities in the Mountains of Western Maine and at Sunday River, but at it's core Gould is a traditional New England Boarding School with remarkable faculty mentors.
#66(T66–T119)Gould Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
39 Church Street
Bethel, ME 04217
(207) 824-7777
(2)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Grier School Photo
#66(T66–T119)Grier School
Gr: 7-12, PG | 5-12, PG (day)
All-girls
2522 Grier School Road
Birmingham, PA 16686
(814) 684-3000
(6)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy Photo
#66(T66–T119)Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | K-12, PG (day)
65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
(8)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Hershey Montessori School Photo - Adolescents build relationships and memories with peers of diverse backgrounds and ethnicities, and prepare for adulthood in a global society.
#66(T66–T119)Hershey Montessori School
Gr: 7-12, PG
11530 Madison Road
Huntsburg, OH 44046
(440) 357-0918
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Holderness School Photo - In the Holderness classroom, each student is literally in the front row, with an average class size of 12. We offer AP courses spanning multiple disciplines and encourage students to pursue an intellectual passion of their own in their twelfth-grade year as part of the Senior Thesis program.
#66(T66–T119)Holderness School
Gr: 9-12, PG
Episcopal
PO Box 1879
Plymouth, NH 03264
(603) 536-1747
(9)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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McCallie School Photo - The College Counseling office works with our students to help them find the best college fit and to ensure they are well prepared for the application and financial aid processes.
#66(T66–T119)McCallie School
Gr: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
All-boys (Non-denom. / Christian)
500 Dodds Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 624-8300
(3)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Miller School of Albemarle Photo - Miller School of Albemarle, a coeducational day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 8-12 and post-graduate, opened its doors in 1878 with 33 students. Girls first enrolled in 1884, making it one of the nation`s oldest coeducational boarding schools. The school is situated 12 miles west of Charlottesville on a gently rolling campus of 1600 pristine acres.
#66(T66–T119)Miller School of Albemarle
Gr: 8-12, PG
1000 Samuel Miller Loop
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 818-1385
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Miss Porter's School Photo
#66(T66–T119)Miss Porter's School
Gr: 9-12
All-girls
60 Main Street
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 409-3530
(6)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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North Yarmouth Academy Photo - North Yarmouth Academy Curtis Building at 148 Main Street, Yarmouth, Maine, U.S.A. This building houses the main office and many Upper School classrooms, Safford Center dining hall, art studio, and the Bicentennial Learning Commons.
#66(T66–T119)North Yarmouth Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day)
148 Main St
Yarmouth, ME 04096
(207) 846-2376
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Northwood School Photo
#66(T66–T119)Northwood School
Gr: 9-12, PG
92 Northwood Road
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3382
(1)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Oak Hill Academy Photo
#66(T66–T119)Oak Hill Academy
Gr: 8-12
Baptist
2635 Oak Hill Road
Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363
(276) 579-2619
(1)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Oakwood Friends School Photo - Autumn colors on campus
#66(T66–T119)Oakwood Friends School
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day)
Quaker
22 Spackenkill Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 462-4200
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Ojai Valley School Photo - OVS offers an exceptional college-prep program. Recent college acceptances for our students include Stanford, Columbia, Northeastern, NYU, Boston College, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Pitzer College, Smith College, Vassar College, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and many more.
#66(T66–T119)Ojai Valley School
Gr: 3-12 | PK-12 (day)
723 El Paseo Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-1423
(2)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Oldfields School Photo - Oldfields School`s Mission is to embrace each student`s authentic self, educate through collaboration, empower the individual voice, and inspire confidence and continual growth, leading to a life of purpose.
#66(T66–T119)Oldfields School
Gr: 8-12, PG
All-girls
1500 Glencoe Road
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152
(443) 662-1009
(13)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Phillips Academy Andover Photo - The quintessential New England campus is 21 miles to Boston by car or train, and a 10 minute walk to downtown Andover.
#66(T66–T119)Phillips Academy Andover
Gr: 9-12, PG
180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
(16)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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Map of Phillips Exeter Academy
#66(T66–T119)Phillips Exeter Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
20 Main Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437
(30)
40%-50%% Students on Aid
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