Highest Percentage of Students on Financial Aid

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  • Among "Schools with 200-400 Students", view the boarding schools with the highest percentage of students on financial aid (2018-19).
  • Keep in mind that challenging and creative education programs at boarding schools require a substantial amount of resources.
  • Generally, the full cost of educating a student at any boarding school exceeds the cost of tuition by several thousand dollars - schools rely on other revenue sources (e.g., endowments, annual giving, etc.) in addition to tuition revenue to cover their costs.
  • In that sense, all students at boarding schools receive financial aid.
  • When schools offer "financial aid" (in the traditional sense of the phrase) to reduce tuition, those reductions are in addition to the already subsidized cost of full tuition.
  • Keep this in mind when assessing the full value that boarding schools provide for your investment.

Highest Percentage of Students on Financial Aid (2018-19)

Among Schools with 200-400 Students (out of 100 schools)

Sorted by range (alphabetically within range)
  • Boarding School % Students on Aid Grades Location
  • 1.
    St. Bernard Preparatory School
    St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo
    (Catholic)
    >70%
    Grades: 7-12
    1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
    Cullman, AL 35055
    (256)255-5890
  • 2.-5.
    Cotter Schools
    Cotter Schools Photo - The Cotter Campus spans 9 acres and includes seven buildings. Cotter Schools was established in 1911, and has offered a boarding program for more than 20 years!
    (Catholic)
    (2)
    60%-70%
    Grades: 9-12 | 7-12 (day)
    1115 West Broadway Street
    Winona, MN 55987
    (507)453-5113
  • 2.-5.
    Hebron Academy
    Hebron Academy Photo
    (7)
    60%-70%

    Grades: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
    P.O. Box 309
    Hebron, ME 04238
    (207)966-5225
  • 2.-5.
    Hillcrest Academy
    Hillcrest Academy Photo - Graduation is a capstone event with a century-old tradition of singing the class song on the front steps as a final launching point for the Senior class.
    (1)
    60%-70%

    Grades: 9-12
    610 Hillcrest Dr.
    Fergus Falls, MN 56537
    (218)739-3371
  • 2.-5.
    Idyllwild Arts Academy
    Idyllwild Arts Academy Photo - The Music Department offers concentrations in Classical Music, Voice and Piano; Jazz Music, Voice and Piano; and Songwriting. Our curriculum combines performance opportunities with music academics and private lessons with some of the top musicians in Southern California.
    (15)
    60%-70%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    52500 Temecula Road
    Idyllwild, CA 92549
    (951)468-7223
  • 6.-21.
    Annie Wright Schools
    Annie Wright Schools Photo - Our athletics program stresses competitive team play, physical fitness and good sportsmanship. Athletes have represented Annie Wright at the state level in basketball, volleyball, tennis, cross-country, track and golf. In addition to our athletics program, students are given the time, space and flexibility to pursue outside athletic passions.
    (4)
    50%-60%
    Grades: 9-12
    827 N. Tacoma Avenue
    Tacoma, WA 98403
    (253)284-8600
  • 6.-21.
    CATS Academy Boston
    CATS Academy Boston Photo
    (1)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12
    2001 Washington Street
    Braintree, MA 02184
    (857)400-9700
  • 6.-21.
    Christchurch School
    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.
    (Episcopal)
    (4)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12
    49 Seahorse Lane
    Christchurch, VA 23031
    (804)758-2306
  • 6.-21.
    Dunn School
    Dunn School Photo - The STEM quad at Dunn, housing the math classrooms, tinker space, makers lab and more.
    50%-60%

    Grades: 8-12 | 6-12 (day)
    P.O. Box 98, 2555 W. Highway 154
    Los Olivos, CA 93441
    (800)287-9197
  • 6.-21.
    Emma Willard School
    Emma Willard School Photo - Emma Girls share a laugh in one of our historic dormitories.
    All-Girls 
    (9)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    285 Pawling Avenue
    Troy, NY 12180
    (518)833-1320
  • 6.-21.
    The Ethel Walker School
    The Ethel Walker School Photo
    All-Girls 
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
    230 Bushy Hill Road
    Simsbury, CT 06070
    (860)408-4200
  • 6.-21.
    Grier School
    Grier School Photo
    All-Girls 
    (5)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    2522 Grier School Road
    Tyrone, PA 16686
    (814)684-3000
  • 6.-21.
    The MacDuffie School
    The MacDuffie School Photo - Student Center
    50%-60%

    Grades: 6-12
    66 School Street
    Granby, MA 01033
    (413)255-0000
  • 6.-21.
    Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA)
    Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA) Photo
    (Catholic)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12
    1000 Green St.
    Atchison, KS 66002
    (913)367-5482
  • 6.-21.
    Miss Hall's School
    Miss Hall's School Photo - We hear it over and over again, from girls who live right down the road and from girls who live halfway around the world: 'The first time I visited, I immediately felt part of the community!'
    All-Girls 
    (3)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    492 Holmes Road, PO Box 1166
    Pittsfield, MA 01201
    (413)499-1300
  • 6.-21.
    St. Andrew's School, DE
    St. Andrew's School, DE Photo - English Class
    (Episcopal)
    (12)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12
    350 Noxontown Road
    Middletown, DE 19709
    (302)285-4231
  • 6.-21.
    Saint James School
    Saint James School Photo - Boarding means 24/7 immersion in our community, which creates additional opportunities to develop independence, resilience, and self-motivation, providing the best preparation for the demands of college.
    (Episcopal)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 8-12
    17641 College Road
    Hagerstown, MD 21740
    (301)733-9330
  • 6.-21.
    Tilton School
    Tilton School Photo - Boarding students are provided with a single or double occupancy room. Students are grouped by gender and grade level. A designated Tilton School faculty member is on duty in every dormitory each night and again throughout the weekend.
    (1)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    30 School Street
    Tilton, NH 03276
    (603)286-1733
  • 6.-21.
    Trinity-Pawling School
    Trinity-Pawling School Photo - Make yourself at home at Trinity-Pawling. And then leap out of your comfort zone. As a brotherhood, we're a caring community that will push you to be nothing short of extraordinary.
    All-Boys  (Episcopal)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 8-12, PG | 7-12, PG (day)
    700 Route 22
    Pawling, NY 12564
    (845)855-4825
  • 6.-21.
    The Webb School
    The Webb School Photo
    (10)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 7-12 | 6-12 (day)
    319 Webb Road East
    Bell Buckle, TN 37020
    (931)389-6003
  • 6.-21.
    Westover School
    Westover School Photo - Red Hall
    All-Girls 
    (12)
    50%-60%

    Grades: 9-12
    1237 Whittemore Rd., P.O. Box 847
    Middlebury, CT 06762
    (203)577-4521
  • 22.-49.
    Bishop's College School
    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
    40%-50%
    Grades: 7-12
    80 chemin Moulton Hill
    Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada J1M 1Z8
    (819)566-0238
  • 22.-49.
    Canterbury School
    Canterbury School Photo - Canterbury offers students many opportunities for community service. Each summer a group of students spend a week volunteering in Lourdes, France. Students have also volunteered in Nicaragua and Puerto Rico.
    (Catholic)
    (1)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    101 Aspetuck Avenue
    New Milford, CT 06776
    (860)210-3832
  • 22.-49.
    Cheshire Academy
    Cheshire Academy Photo - The Cheshire Academy experience is full and active; living and learning takes place not only in the classroom, but also in the art studios, dormitories, dining commons, on the athletic fields, and even on the footpaths that wind around campus. The Academy is a tight-knit and dynamic environment that offers a community rich in diversity.
    (4)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    10 Main Street
    Cheshire, CT 06410
    (203)439-7250
  • 22.-49.
    Christ School
    Christ School Photo
    All-Boys  (Episcopal)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 8-12
    500 Christ School Road
    Asheville, NC 28704
    (828)684-6232
  • 22.-49.
    Delphian School
    Delphian School Photo - Delphian is located on 720 acres adjacent to Oregon's Coastal Range. The campus is host to farmland, miles of oak and fir forests, trails for running or riding, and a large herd of elk.
    (17)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 5-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    20950 SW Rock Creek Road
    Sheridan, OR 97378
    (503)843-3521
  • 22.-49.
    Fork Union Military Academy
    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.
    All-Boys  (Baptist)
    (6)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    P.O. 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
    Fork Union, VA 23055
    (800)462-3862
  • 22.-49.
    Fountain Valley School of Colorado
    Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Fountain Valley has gorgeous adobe residence halls where groups of 16-20 students live with a houseparent. It's your home away from home.
    (3)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12
    6155 Fountain Valley School Road
    Colorado Springs, CO 80911
    (719)391-5251
  • 22.-49.
    Gould Academy
    Gould Academy Photo - The Gould Academy Competition Program (GACP) trains high level winter student-athletes in alpine, freestyle, Nordic, and snowboarding. Our student-athletes enjoy dedicated training facilities at Sunday River Ski Resort, six miles from campus. You'll find our GACP athletes competing all over the world.
    (1)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 860
    Bethel, ME 04217
    (207)824-7777
  • 22.-49.
    Groton School
    (Episcopal)
    (17)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 8-12
    282 Farmers Row, Box 991
    Groton, MA 01450
    (978)448-7510
  • 22.-49.
    Hawai'i Preparatory Academy
    Hawai'i Preparatory Academy Photo - Students are able to work in the Energy Lab pursuing independent projects. Partnerships with such institutions as Stanford, Cornell, Keck Observatory, and NASA give students exposure and access to real world science and a strategic advantage when applying to universities. Projects include brain research, genetics, astronomy, and geology.
    (4)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG | K-12, PG (day)
    65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road
    Kamuela, HI 96743
    (808)881-4321
  • 22.-49.
    Kents Hill School
    Kents Hill School Photo - The Performing Arts Center in Newton Hall houses the performing arts program, which includes the Contemporary Band, Kents Hill Singers, and the Kents Hill Chamber music group.
    (1)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 257, 1614 Main St., Rte. 17
    Kents Hill, ME 04349
    (207)685-1606
  • 22.-49.
    The Kiski School
    The Kiski School Photo - The Swank Student Center
    All-Boys 
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    1888 Brett Lane
    Saltsburg, PA 15681
    (724)639-8035
  • 22.-49.
    Missouri Military Academy
    Missouri Military Academy Photo - At MMA, students can broaden their skills and experiences. Elective courses and activities include band, drama, chorus, art and web design. Outside of the classroom, students can earn a private pilot's license via our aviation program. SCUBA, WWII reenactment, rifle team, photography and fencing...these are just a few more unique activities available to cadets.
    All-Boys 
    (3)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    204 Grand Street
    Mexico, MO 65265
    (573)581-1776
  • 22.-49.
    Mount Michael Benedictine School
    Mount Michael Benedictine School Photo
    All-Boys  (Catholic)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12
    22520 Mount Michael Road
    Elkhorn, NE 68022
    (402)238-1457
  • 22.-49.
    New Hampton School
    New Hampton School Photo - A spirited and supportive community.
    (8)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    70 Main Street
    New Hampton, NH 03256
    (603)677-3401
  • 22.-49.
    Perkiomen School
    Perkiomen School Photo - Campus View
    (1)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 6-12, PG
    200 Seminary Street
    Pennsburg, PA 18073
    (215)679-9511
  • 22.-49.
    Pomfret School
    Pomfret School Photo
    (8)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 128, 398 Pomfret Street
    Pomfret, CT 06258
    (860)963-6120
  • 22.-49.
    The Putney School
    The Putney School Photo - Sustainability is at the center of a Putney education. It is embedded in our campus, our community, and our curriculum. We are located on a 500-acre working dairy farm in southeastern Vermont, this serves as a laboratory and partner for studying the world around us and applying the lessons we learn about ecology, forestry, energy and agriculture.
    (13)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12
    418 Houghton Brook Road
    Putney, VT 05346
    (802)387-6219
  • 22.-49.
    St. Andrew's School
    St. Andrew's School Photo - Margot's House
    (1)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day)
    63 Federal Road
    Barrington, RI 02806
    (401)246-1230
  • 22.-49.
    St. Andrew's-Sewanee School
    St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - Small classes led by talented and dedicated teachers make learning exciting and personal at St. Andrew's-Sewanee. More than half your teachers have advanced degrees and close to half live on campus. Students looking for an additional challenge can take classes for free and for college credit at the nearby University of the South.
    (Episcopal)
    (5)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 8-12 | 6-12 (day)
    290 Quintard Rd.
    Sewanee, TN 37375
    (931)598-5651
  • 22.-49.
    St. Timothy's School
    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.
    All-Girls  (Episcopal)
    (2)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    8400 Greenspring Avenue
    Stevenson, MD 21153
    (410)486-7401
  • 22.-49.
    San Marcos Academy
    San Marcos Academy Photo - Graduation is a special and meaningful time with unique ceremonies and events; 95% (or more) of SMA graduates matriculate at a college or university.
    (Baptist)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 6-12 | 4-12 (day)
    2801 Ranch Road 12
    San Marcos, TX 78666
    (800)428-5120
  • 22.-49.
    Santa Catalina School
    Santa Catalina School Photo - Music Recital Hall
    All-Girls  (Catholic)
    (1)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12
    1500 Mark Thomas Drive
    Monterey, CA 93940
    (831)655-9356
  • 22.-49.
    The Stony Brook School
    The Stony Brook School Photo - Trips to New York City, outdoor excursions, ski trips, vans to the mall and movies, concerts, dances, open faculty houses, open dorms, and a wide range of community service opportunities highlight a few of the many activities we offer to both our day and boarding students. Student led-clubs are also a central piece of our campus life.
    (Christian)
    (6)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 7-12
    1 Chapman Parkway
    Stony Brook, NY 11790
    (631)751-1800
  • 22.-49.
    Stuart Hall School
    Stuart Hall School Photo - Fine Arts Emphasis at Stuart Hall School allows students to discover their passion and sends students to prestigious arts programs in the areas of Music, Visual Art, and Theatre every year.
    (Episcopal)
    (10)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    235 West Frederick Street
    Staunton, VA 24401
    (540)213-3746
  • 22.-49.
    Walnut Hill School for the Arts
    Walnut Hill School for the Arts Photo
    (3)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    12 Highland Street
    Natick, MA 01760
    (508)650-5020
  • 22.-49.
    Westtown School
    Westtown School Photo - Outdoor Studying
    (Society of Friends)
    (42)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    975 Westtown Rd
    West Chester, PA 19382
    (610)399-7900
  • 22.-49.
    Woodberry Forest School
    Woodberry Forest School Photo
    All-Boys 
    (2)
    40%-50%

    Grades: 9-12
    241 Woodberry Station
    Woodberry Forest, VA 22989
    (888)798-9371
  • 50.-76.
    The Bement School
    The Bement School Photo
    30%-40%
    Grades: 3-9 | K-9 (day)
    94 Old Main Street, PO Box 8
    Deerfield, MA 01342
    (413)774-4209
  • 50.-76.
    Brewster Academy
    Brewster Academy Photo - Brewster's 200-meter indoor track offers 360-degree views of New Hampshire's largest lake, the mountains, the playing fields, and campus.
    (10)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    80 Academy Drive
    Wolfeboro, NH 03894
    (603)569-7200
  • 50.-76.
    Brooks School
    Brooks School Photo - Come visit our beautiful 251 acre campus located on the shores of Lake Cochichewick.
    (Episcopal)
    (10)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    1160 Great Pond Road
    North Andover, MA 01845
    (978)725-6272
  • 50.-76.
    Camden Military Academy
    Camden Military Academy Photo - A Proud Family!
    All-Boys 
    (10)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    520 Hwy. 1 North
    Camden, SC 29020
    (800)948-6291
  • 50.-76.
    Garrison Forest School
    Garrison Forest School Photo - A photo of one of the ponds on Garrison Forest School's campus.
    All-Girls 
    30%-40%

    Grades: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    300 Garrison Forest Road
    Owings Mills, MD 21117
    (410)559-3111
  • 50.-76.
    Hargrave Military Academy
    Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Respect! Integrity! Success! Earn it at Hargrave!
    All-Boys  (Baptist)
    (3)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    200 Military Drive
    Chatham, VA 24531
    (800)432-2480
  • 50.-76.
    Indian Mountain School
    Indian Mountain School Photo - Indian Mountain School
    30%-40%

    Grades: 6-9 | Pre-K-9 (day)
    211 Indian Mountain Road
    Lakeville, CT 06039
    (435)480-0871
  • 50.-76.
    Kimball Union Academy
    Kimball Union Academy Photo
    (4)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    7 Campus Center, PO Box 188
    Meriden, NH 03770
    (603)469-2100
  • 50.-76.
    Lawrence Academy
    Lawrence Academy Photo
    (1)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    44 Main Street, PO Box 992
    Groton, MA 01450
    (978)448-1530
  • 50.-76.
    Linden Hall School
    Linden Hall School Photo
    All-Girls 
    (4)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 6-12, PG
    212 East Main Street
    Lititz, PA 17543
    (717)626-8512
  • 50.-76.
    The Madeira School
    The Madeira School Photo - Get into character in one of our annual theater productions.
    All-Girls 
    (1)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    8328 Georgetown Pike
    McLean, VA 22102-1200
    (703)556-8273
  • 50.-76.
    Millbrook School
    Millbrook School Photo - Millbrook's 800-acre campus is expansive yet intimate, traditional yet contemporary. The tranquil setting inspires life-changing ideas, while the energy and resources of nearby New York City are a natural extension of our classrooms. We are in the midst of the bountiful Hudson Valley, yet the commuter rail to NYC is just 5 miles from campus.
    (4)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    131 Millbrook School Road
    Millbrook, NY 12545
    (845)677-8261
  • 50.-76.
    Miss Porter's School
    Miss Porter's School Photo
    All-Girls 
    (5)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    60 Main Street
    Farmington, CT 06032
    (860)409-3530
  • 50.-76.
    Portsmouth Abbey School
    Portsmouth Abbey School Photo
    (Catholic)
    (4)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    285 Cory's Lane
    Portsmouth, RI 02871
    (401)643-1248
  • 50.-76.
    Proctor Academy
    Proctor Academy Photo - Proctor`s campus includes over forty-five buildings, twenty small dormitories, its own privately owned and operated ski hill, state of the art classrooms and art facilities, 3,000 acres of forest and ponds surrounding beautiful natural and synthetic playing fields that are tucked against Ragged Mountain`s south slope.
    (10)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    204 Main Street - P.O. Box 500
    Andover, NH 03216
    (603)735-6652
  • 50.-76.
    Randolph-Macon Academy
    Randolph-Macon Academy Photo - Randolph-Macon Academy's Flight Program includes a drone class called Unmanned Flight Operations. Students finish with the knowledge base for the FAA exam so they can obtain their commercial drone license if they so desire. This class is just one of the innovative offerings at R-MA.
    (United Methodist)
    (4)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    200 Academy Drive
    Front Royal, VA 22630
    (540)636-5484
  • 50.-76.
    The Rectory School
    The Rectory School Photo - Rectory students have the opportunity to participate in a multitude of activities. Academic success is enhanced by achievements on the athletic fields, in the art studio, and on stage.
    (2)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 5-9 | Pre-K-9 (day)
    P.O. Box 68 528 Pomfret Street
    Pomfret, CT 06258
    (860)928-1328
  • 50.-76.
    Ross School
    Ross School Photo
    30%-40%

    Grades: 6-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day)
    18 Goodfriend Drive
    East Hampton, NY 11937
    (631)907-5400
  • 50.-76.
    Rothesay Netherwood School
    Rothesay Netherwood School Photo - Rothesay Netherwood School has a 200 acre scenic campus, located on the beautiful Kennebecasis River
    30%-40%

    Grades: 6-12
    40 College Hill Road
    Rothesay, New Brunswick, Canada E2E 5H1
    (506)847-8224
  • 50.-76.
    St. George's School
    St. George's School Photo - Our 125-acre campus is on a hilltop overlooking the ocean.
    (Episcopal)
    (2)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    P.O. Box 1910
    Newport, RI 02840
    (401)842-6600
  • 50.-76.
    St. Mark's School
    St. Mark's School Photo - St. Mark's School
    (Episcopal)
    (7)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    25 Marlboro Road
    Southborough, MA 01772
    (508)786-6118
  • 50.-76.
    Saint Mary's School
    Saint Mary's School Photo - Students with their teacher in the newly renovated Sarah Graham Kenan Library. This inviting space is the center of intellectual life for students and faculty. It serves as a "creative commons" where students work collaboratively with classmates, work one-on-one with teachers and tutors or work individually to research assignments or just enjoy a good book or magazine.
    All-Girls  (Episcopal)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    900 Hillsborough Street
    Raleigh, NC 27603
    (919)424-4100
  • 50.-76.
    Salisbury School
    Salisbury School Photo - The Flood Athletic Center
    All-Boys 
    (2)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    251 Canaan Road
    Salisbury, CT 06068
    (860)435-5732
  • 50.-76.
    Solebury School
    Solebury School Photo - Solebury School's music program includes a chorus, rock band, and instrumental and jazz ensembles. A block of time is carved out of the school schedule each day for students to pursue their music interests.
    (3)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    6832 Phillips Mill Road
    New Hope, PA 18938
    (215)862-5261
  • 50.-76.
    Villanova Preparatory School
    Villanova Preparatory School Photo - Founded in 1924, Villanova Prep is the only Catholic boarding school in the Augustinian tradition. In this supportive environment steeped in Catholic values, students are comfortable taking risks and learning more about themselves throughout their Villanova experience.
    (Catholic)
    (1)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12
    12096 N. Ventura Ave
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805)646-1464
  • 50.-76.
    Westminster School
    Westminster School Photo - Two new dorms and another one in the works makes for a comfortable, safe and home-like atmosphere for students.
    (8)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    995 Hopmeadow Street
    Simsbury, CT 06070
    (860)408-3060
  • 50.-76.
    The Winchendon School
    The Winchendon School Photo - Senior Julie Thériault presents her project at the Senior Symposium
    (2)
    30%-40%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    172 Ash Street
    Winchendon, MA 01475
    (978)297-4476
  • 77.-100.
    Admiral Farragut Academy
    Admiral Farragut Academy Photo - Admiral Farragut Academy offers up to 14 sports during the three seasons.
    (8)
    <30%
    Grades: 8-12
    501 Park Street North
    St. Petersburg, FL 33710
    (727)384-5500
  • 77.-100.
    Army and Navy Academy
    Army and Navy Academy Photo - A military boarding school education prepares a student for college and life beyond in a way that other types of schools are unable to match. Graduates are equipped with the skills to be leaders in their community with strong abilities in self-discipline, organization, teamwork, and good citizenship. They are truly equipped with the tools for success.
    All-Boys 
    (4)
    <30%

    Grades: 7-12
    2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
    Carlsbad, CA 92008
    (888)762-2338
  • 77.-100.
    Asheville School
    Asheville School Photo - Boyd Chapel. Our Core Values are perseverance, integrity, respect, and compassion.
    (4)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12
    360 Asheville School Rd.
    Asheville, NC 28806
    (828)254-6345
  • 77.-100.
    The Cambridge School of Weston
    The Cambridge School of Weston Photo - Our beautiful, expansive Health and Fitness Center opened in 2016 with two regulation basketball/volleyball courts, an indoor track, strength conditioning room, yoga/dance/martial arts studio space, student lounge, and an athletic training facility. We have a fantastic wilderness program, and both competitive and recreational sports. We know how to win--but we also know how to have a good time together!
    (15)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    45 Georgian Road
    Weston, MA 02493
    (781)642-8650
  • 77.-100.
    Cardigan Mountain School
    Cardigan Mountain School Photo - Woodshop Class
    All-Boys 
    <30%

    Grades: 6-9
    62 Alumni Drive
    Canaan, NH 03741
    (603)523-3548
  • 77.-100.
    Cate School
    Cate School Photo - Advisory
    (14)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12
    1960 Cate Mesa Road, P.O. Box 5005
    Carpinteria, CA 93013
    (805)684-4127
  • 77.-100.
    Concord Academy
    Concord Academy Photo - Students live in one of six student houses on campus.
    (4)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12
    166 Main Street
    Concord, MA 01742
    (978)402-2250
  • 77.-100.
    Eagle Hill School
    Eagle Hill School Photo - An Amazing Campus
    (2)
    <30%

    Grades: 8-12
    P.O. Box 116 , 242 Old Petersham Road
    Hardwick, MA 01037
    (413)477-6000
  • 77.-100.
    Eaglebrook School
    Eaglebrook School Photo - Eaglebrook School teaches middle school boys the skills they will need for the rest of their lives. Learn more about our Core Skills at https://www.eaglebrook.org/coreskills.
    All-Boys 
    (1)
    <30%

    Grades: 6-9
    271 Pine Nook Road, P.O. Box 7
    Deerfield, MA 01342
    (413)774-9111
  • 77.-100.
    Erie First Christian Academy
    Erie First Christian Academy Photo - We value the academic, physical, spiritual and also social growth of our young people. We purposefully have our high school retreat at the beginning of each school year. This is a great way to welcome new students and help all of our students grow socially. The students participate in a multitude of team building activities.
    <30%

    Grades: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    8150 Oliver Rd.
    Erie, PA 16510
    (814)866-6979
  • 77.-100.
    Forman School
    Forman School Photo - The Science Center opened in September 2013. The 9000 square foot building includes four state-of-the-art labs, a large commons area with the latest technology and small math classrooms. Outside is a Raingarden that features a vernal pond and indigenous plantings used as a living lab by ecology classes.
    (6)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    12 Norfolk Road, P.O. Box 80
    Litchfield, CT 06759
    (860)567-1802
  • 77.-100.
    The International School of MN
    The International School of MN Photo - Entrance to ISM's Residence Hall.
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    6385 Beach Rd
    Eden Prairie, MN 55344
    (952)918-1800
  • 77.-100.
    Lakefield College School
    Lakefield College School Photo
    (Anglican)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12
    4391 County Rd. 29
    Lakefield, Canada K0L2H0
    (705)652-3324
  • 77.-100.
    Leysin American School in Switzerland (LAS)
    Leysin American School in Switzerland (LAS) Photo
    <30%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    Chemin de la Source
    Leysin, Switzerland 1854
    0041244934888
  • 77.-100.
    Marine Military Academy
    Marine Military Academy Photo - 2011-2012 marks Marine Military Academy Corps of Cadets’ second year of competition in CyberPatriot action following last year’s advancement to national semi-final standing. CyberPatriot is a premier national high school cyber defense competition created to inspire high school students toward careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines deemed critical to United State’s future. The competition is the ‘brainchild’ of the Air Force Association, and national outreach was made possible by Northrop Grumman, sponsor of the CyberPatriot Program. Students compete in two parallel competitions: Open Division and All Service JROTC/CAP Division. MMA is represented in the All Service JROTC, among 661 other national schools. Every Monday through Friday the MMA CyberPatriots are hard at it, learning the latest ins and outs of Network Management…what types of irregularities and ‘hacking’ techniques to investigate in their quest to identify and eliminate intrusive threats to computer networks and resultant devastation to corporations and human life.
    All-Boys 
    <30%

    Grades: 7-12, PG
    320 Iwo Jima Blvd
    Harlingen, TX 78550
  • 77.-100.
    Ojai Valley School
    Ojai Valley School Photo - The Athletic program is a vital component of life at OVS. Middle and high school students participate in athletics each season. High school sports options include soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country, track, baseball, equestrian, tennis, golf, and lacrosse.
    (1)
    <30%

    Grades: 3-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    723 El Paseo Road
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805)646-1423
  • 77.-100.
    Riverstone International School
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    Riverstone International School 5521 Warm Springs Ave
    Boise, ID 83716
    (208)424-5000
  • 77.-100.
    Rumsey Hall School
    Rumsey Hall School Photo - Drama and Musical Arts: Plays, Musicals, Performing Vocal Groups (Clef Club, a cappella singing group)
    <30%

    Grades: 5-9 | K-9 (day)
    201 Romford Road
    Washington Depot, CT 06794
    (860)868-0535
  • 77.-100.
    St. John's Northwestern Military Academy
    St. John's Northwestern Military Academy Photo - Leadership training is one of the cornerstones of cadet life at SJNMA. The goal of the Academy is to prepare each of our cadets for success in life by instilling in them a solid work ethic, an understanding of the value of integrity and teamwork, and the ability to think critically, communicate well, and function in a diverse and ever-changing world.
    (Episcopal)
    <30%

    Grades: 7-12
    1101 Genesee Street
    Delafield, WI 53018
  • 77.-100.
    Sun Valley Community School
    Sun Valley Community School Photo - The Outdoor Leadership Academy develops authentic leadership skills applicable from the backcountry to the board room. Students earn outdoor certifications and master outdoor skills while fostering a love for wild places.
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12 | Pre-K-12 (day)
    1 Community School Drive
    Sun Valley, ID 83353
    (208)622-3955
  • 77.-100.
    TASIS The American School in England
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12, PG | Pre-K-12, PG (day)
    Coldharbour Lane
    Thorpe, Surrey TW20 8TE, United Kingdom tw20 8te
    441932582316
  • 77.-100.
    The Thacher School
    The Thacher School Photo - "Come west. Breathe deep. Let these books and these hills and these horses be your teachers." -Sherman Day Thacher
    (25)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12
    5025 Thacher Road
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805)640-3210
  • 77.-100.
    Washington Academy
    Washington Academy Photo - Washington Academy, established in 1792, is one of the oldest day & boarding co-ed high schools in the USA. It is located on the Downeast Maine coast, and boast 425 total students from 25 different countries. The Alumni Building is one of nine buildings on its 75+ acre campus.
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12, PG
    PO Box 190, 66 Cutler Road
    East Machias, ME 04630
    (207)255-8301
  • 77.-100.
    Woodside Priory School (Priory)
    Woodside Priory School (Priory) Photo - Weekend activities are planned by both students and the Residential Faculty. These activities expose the students to various opportunities in and around the Bay Area. Past activities have included ski trips, rockclimbing, sea kayaking, surfing, museums, concerts, camping, shopping, movies, bowling, beach trips, and pro or college sports games.
    (Catholic)
    (2)
    <30%

    Grades: 9-12 | 6-12 (day)
    302 Portola Road
    Portola Valley, CA 94028
    (650)851-8223

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