Westtown School (2026-27 Profile)

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Westtown School, a Quaker, private, co-ed Pre-K-12 day school with boarding options in grades 9 -12, offers a challenging curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity combined with an exceptional level of attention. Westtown School fosters a culture of reflection and self-discovery in which students can ignite the unique spark that illuminates their passion and purpose. Westtown School inspires and prepares graduates to become stewards and leaders of a better world.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
Enrollment: 366 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $48,600
Acceptance rate: 53%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Westtown School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:

School Overview

2026 School Data

Westtown School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12

8-12

Grades Offered (Day)

PK-12

School Type

Co-ed

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Quaker

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1799

1906

Campus Size

600 acres

125 acres

Last Day of School

Sat. Jun 12, 2027

School Motto

Purpose Illuminated

Student Body

Enrollment

366 students

320 students

43%

27%

21%

% Students Boarding

68%

65%

Average ACT score

28
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
Clean, whole, and appropriate

Casual

Average Class Size

15 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

7:1

Yes

78%

73%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Accreditations

Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)

Courses

2-D Studio Art 3 ADVAlgebra 1ADV

Algebra 2 & Trigonometry ADVAlgebra 2 ADV

Applied Music 3 & 4Applied Scientific Research

Arts Independent ProjectBiology 1 ADV

Biology 2 ADVBritish Literature

Business & Society (Religion)Calculus 1 ADV

Calculus 2 ADVChemistry 1 ADV

Chemistry 2 ADVComputer Science

Drawing 4English Independent Research

ESOL 2Europe Since 1950

French 4French 5

Geometry ADVHiroshima to 9/11

History Independent ResearchHolocaust & Genocide

Issues in Current AffairsJazz Ensemble 4

Language Independent ResearchLatin 5

Linear AlgebraLiterature Seminar

Mandarin 4Mandarin 5

Math Independent ResearchPainting 4

Peace & JusticePhysics 1 ADV

Physics 2 ADVPortfolio Preparation

PrecalculusPrintmaking 4

Religion & Social Change: Liberation, Human & Environmental JusticReligion & Social Change: Nonviolence & Justice

Religion Independent ResearchResearch Ecology

Spanish 4Spanish 5

Spanish 6Statistics ADV

String Orchestra 4Symphonic Band 4

The Contemplative ExperienceUS History ADV

Writing Seminar

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$133.8 million

$30 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$79,500
(International Fee = $3,300 (New Students) and $925 (Returning Students))

$71,500

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$48,600
(Additional lunch fee of $2,300)

$40,000

% Students on Financial Aid

48%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$31,102
(Need-based and Merit aid available)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

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Application Deadline

Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

67%

Acceptance Rate

53%

64%

Director of Admissions

Jenni Biehn

Associate Director of Admissions

Samantha Jordan

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Colors

Brown, White, Lake Blue

School Mascot

Moose

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Admission Tour GuidesAmicus (Yearbook)

Amnesty International ClubArt @ Westtown

Bike ClubBook Club

Brainstorm ClubBrown & White (School Newspaper)

Chess ClubChinese Language & Culture Club

CITE (Culture & Identity Through Expression)Classics Club

Computer Science ClubCooking Club

Dance ClubDebate Club

Debate TeamDisciplinary Council

Drama ClubEarth Club

Epiphanies (Literary Magazine)Fantasy Club

Feminist Advocating for EqualityFilm Club

Focus Bible StudyGlobal Studies Institute

Green CoalitionHabitat for Humanity

Hearts for Hearts (H4H)International Students Organization (ISO)

Investment ClubMagic Club

Math ClubMetal Moose - Team 1391 (Robotics)

Mock TrialModel United Nations

Poetry ClubQuaker Leadership Program

Rainbow AllianceRightly Political

School for the EntrepreneurScience Club

Sexual Health Awareness & Education (SHAE)Society for Public Speaking (SPS, includes Debate, Model UN, Model Congress)

Sports Nutrition ClubStep Club

Student CouncilStudent Multicultural Board

Student Union for Multicultural Awareness & Action (SUMAA)Students of Color Association (SOCA)

The Buzz (Worldwide issues Newspaper)Unite for Her (UFH)

Westtown Christian FellowshipWesttown Democrats Association

Women in STEMWork Program

WT Healthcare Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

LAD (Lighting & Design)

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Student Sports PhotographyUltimate Frisbee Club

WOC (Westtown Outing Club)WT E-Sports

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Drexel University

Haverford College

Lafayette College

Penn State University

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh

American University

Bryn Mawr College

Franklin & Marshall College

Skidmore College

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School Notes

Westtown School is a Quaker, private, co-ed Pre-K-12 day school with boarding options in grades 9 -12 in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Westtown is located on 600 acres of land, including a 14-acre lake, an arboretum, a natural forest, and an instructional organic farm. Students at Westtown are challenged to realize their intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual potential. Truth, openness, and honesty are values which undergird the school community. A spirit of inquiry reigns in the classroom, and students are encouraged to think creatively, to feel the condition of others, and to listen to their inner selves. Westtown expects students to be critical, independent thinkers who can work with a spirit of cooperation, understanding, and tolerance of the views of others. The Westtown experience is defined by rigorous academic preparation for college, community living in a diverse environment, weekly Meeting for Worship, and participation in the school`s unique Work Program. These shared events reflect and teach the fundamental Quaker values of consensus, nonviolent conflict resolution, and physical work dignity.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kevin Roose '05 - A technology columnist for the New York Times and a writer-at-large for the New York Times Magazine, the New York Times bestselling author of two books, named to Forbes' "30 Under 30" and Time's list of the 140 best Twitter feeds.
- Jullee Wilson '00 - Senior Fashion Editor at The Huffington Post, and has written for Conde Nast Traveler, Vibe, Real Simple, and Parenting, in addition to serving on the advisory board for Harlem’s Fashion Row.
- Don Wildman '79 - Current host and narrator of Off Limits, Mysteries at the Museum, and Monumental Mysteries on the Travel Channel, hosted and narrated Weird Travels that formerly aired on the Travel Channel
- Dereck Lively II '22 - Profession Basketball Player with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. Dereck was the 12th overall lottery pick to the Dallas Mavericks in the 2023 NBA Draft.
- Celina Tio '88 - A James Beard Award Winning Chef and Certified Cicerone. She has appeared in several cooking series such as Top Chef Masters, Iron Chef America, and The Next Iron Chef.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Westtown School cost?

Westtown School's tuition is approximately $79,500 for boarding students and $48,600 for day students.

What schools are Westtown School often compared to?

Westtown School is often viewed alongside schools like George School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Westtown School?

The acceptance rate of Westtown School is 53%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.

Who are famous alumni from Westtown School?

Westtown School famous alumni include: Kevin Roose '05, Jullee Wilson '00, Don Wildman '79, Dereck Lively II '22 and Celina Tio '88.

What sports does Westtown School offer?

Westtown School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Esports, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Winter Track and Wrestling.

Does Westtown School offer a summer program?

Yes, Westtown School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Westtown School's ranking?

Westtown School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Highest endowment/student, Most extracurriculars offered, High SSAT scores and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Westtown School?

The application deadline for Westtown School is Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

Student & Alumni Reviews

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Westtown School Alumni #1
Class of 2018
5.008/7/2019
Villanova University

Westtown has a beautiful campus. It was beautiful and especially safe to walk around any time of day. Also the style of teaching is very hands on and has small classes, usually with. . .

Westtown School Alumni #2
Class of 2018
5.005/2/2019
UVA

Small Quaker school, tight group, not so much focused on strong academics as much as creating good individuals in society.. . .

Westtown School Alumni #3
Class of 2007
5.004/10/2018
St. Mary's College of Maryland

Extremely beautiful campus. It is a Quaker boarding school with wonderful teachers. They require a senior project where students can travel the world. Also encourages volunteer work and has a campus farm. . .

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
Enrollment: 366 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $48,600
Acceptance rate: 53%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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