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Bullis School

#9 in Best Private High Schools in Maryland
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • K-12
  • Potomac, MD
  • 86 reviews
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    COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:

    To educate our students during the pandemic, Bullis has created a flexible four-phase plan for the 2020-21 school year. During this crucial time, we are committed to ensuring the safest conditions possible on campus and have implemented strict protocols and precautionary steps as we continue to remain protective of the safety of our community. Learn More

    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      NG
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      A-
    bullis.org
    (301) 299-8500
    10601 Falls Rd
    Potomac, MD 20854
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    About Bullis School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    January 21
    Application Fee
    $125
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $48,170
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    38%
    Average Financial Aid
    $22,000
    From Bullis School

    Bullis is an independent, co-ed college preparatory day school for students in kindergarten through grade 12. We are situated on a stunning 102-acre campus in Potomac, Maryland just outside Washington, D.C.

    Bullis provides a student-centered, balanced experience in academics, athletics, the arts, and community service. Bullis uniquely prepares all students to become caring citizens and creative, critical thinkers who will find their passion and thrive in tomorrow’s world. Our world-class faculty are here to help guide them.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1250
    88 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    89 responses
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    Robust College Preparatory Programs

    Bullis offers four Signature Programs — STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math); Entrepreneurship; Humanities & Global Studies; and Visual & Performing Arts. In each, Bullis provides opportunities for interdisciplinary study, student choice, experiential education, and research-based or creative capstone experiences.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.9 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.9 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 52 responses
    • Spirit week
      19%
    • Football games
      17%
    • Blue and Gold Relay
      13%
    • Beyond the Books
      12%
    • Weekly assemblies
      12%
    • Prom
      10%
    • Pep Rally
      8%

      Students

      Diversity
      NG
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      828
      82%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
      73%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
      82%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses
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      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      5:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      88%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.16 responses
      Poll
      88%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.16 responses
      Poll
      88%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.16 responses

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      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      A+
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
      —
      Boys Athletic Participation
      —
      100%
      of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
      78%
      of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
      89%
      of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses
      Living in the Area

      Potomac

      A+
      Overall Niche Grade
      How are grades calculated?Data Sources
      1. Cost of Living
        C+
      2. Good for Families
        A+
      3. Housing
        B
      Median Household Income
      $188,104
      National
      $55,322
      Median Rent
      $2,060
      National
      $949
      Median Home Value
      $896,300
      National
      $184,700

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      Bullis School Reviews

      86 reviews
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      Our family has been at Bullis for 9 years now, our child started in the 3rd grade. So, we have experienced all three divisions: Lower, Middle, and Upper School. What stands out in all divisions is the excellent quality of the teachers and the academic programming: teachers are caring, meet the student where they are; they challenge the kids, push them to reach higher, expand their horizons; they are creative - learning is not just book-learning, it is interactive, deep, hands-on, and therefore exciting for the kids.
      Balance is a huge focus at Bullis: kids are able to be athletes and participate in the fantastic visual & performing arts program (musical, Jazz Band, pit orchestra, art studio, tech crew, etc.) at the same time. I love that my child who is more focused on academics and music, also has the ability to participate in a Varsity sport.
      Bullis has truly become our second home over the year - the community couldn't be more welcoming and warm.
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      Bullis is a wonderful academic environment that is focused on ensuring that all students have the chance and ability to go to college. The staff and faculty are wonderful people who are mostly invested in the students and the school. The student population is more diverse than other places, but lacks representation in some areas. There are an array of sports and other non-athletic activities available for students to participate in to follow what they are passionate about.
      Diversity is segregated between sports and academics. Throughout the school, there is a great academic program and the facilities are phenomenal, yet there are a lot of flaws in the school administration system.
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