Private School

The Shipley School

#7 in Best Private High Schools in Pennsylvania

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private
PK, K-12
BRYN MAWR, PA
Rating 4.49 out of 5 99 reviews

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A+

Overall Niche Grade

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Academics
grade A+
Diversity
grade A minus
Teachers
grade A+
College Prep
grade A+
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Sports
grade B+

shipleyschool.org

(610) 525-4300

814 YARROW ST
BRYN MAWR, PA 19010

About The Shipley School...

Applying

Application Deadline

December 1

Application Fee

$60

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

ISEE

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$44,075

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

35%

Average Financial Aid

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The Shipley School is redefining private school education to help students flourish, succeed, and make a powerful and positive impact in the world by putting individual & collective well-being - along with student achievement - at the center of educational excellence.

Shipley’s rigorous educational standard is designed to maximize students' potential through innovative approaches to teaching and curriculum that prioritize collaboration, process, critical thinking, creativity, global citizenship, curiosity, empathy, and authenticity. Students are encouraged to find their individual path to success—there is no Shipley mold.

Our academic program is challenging and broad with many opportunities for leadership and participation in athletics, the arts, and other extracurricular activities. Shipley students are encouraged to take risks in a supportive environment. Ultimately, Shipley is educating students to develop the character, capabilities, and beliefs that will shape a better world.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1360

124 responses

Average ACT

60 responses

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Popular Colleges

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University of Pennsylvania
45 Students
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University of Pittsburgh
42 Students
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Penn State
34 Students
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Boston University
30 Students
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Drexel University
29 Students
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Northeastern University
28 Students
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New York University
27 Students
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Georgetown University
24 Students
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Vanderbilt University
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Brown University
22 Students

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Educating to Flourish

At Shipley, Positive Education is the lens through which we view our students and the world around us. Positive education is a philosophy, a set of principles, a practice, and a perspective.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

93%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 15 responses

Poll

80%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 15 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 29 responses

Super Saturday
34%
I like all of the Plays
21%
Swamp Night
17%
Homecoming
10%
Spirit Week
10%
Culture celabrationnnnn!!!!!!!
3%
Pep rallies
3%

Students

Diversity

A minus

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

800

64%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 14 responses

86%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 14 responses

57%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 14 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

$26,430

Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Starting Age

4 years

Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

Website

shipleyschool.org

Offers Full Week
Yes
Offers Part Week
No
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
No

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National

17:1

Poll

88%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 17 responses

Poll

88%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 17 responses

Poll

94%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 17 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Average

Boys Athletic Participation

Average

85%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 13 responses

85%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 13 responses

77%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 13 responses

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Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade C+
Good for Families
grade A+
Housing
grade B

Median Household Income

$87,625

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$1,738

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$378,000

National

$244,900

The Shipley School Reviews

99 reviews

I am a current 9th grader at Shipley, and my years there have been great! The faculty are amazing: they teach challenging material in an engaging manner while also maintaining personal connections with all of their students. The student body is incredibly friendly, and I know that if I start a conversation with anyone, they will give me respect and they will be genuinely interested in what I am saying. While the school is not known for being especially talented at sports, we make up for it by having a strong visual and performing arts program, and by fostering a sports program based on sportspersonship. Anyone at Shipley is treated with respect and kindness, no matter their race, gender, sexuality, religion, or socio-economic status, and support groups are in place to make sure everyone feels at home while in school. Altogether, Shipley is and has been an incredible place to learn, and an incredible place to spend my teenage years!

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We have two children at Shipley who have been enrolled since PreK and K. We love this school! Our kids are nurtured, challenged, supported, and given all of the tools they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. The teachers are phenomenal and the community is welcoming. Our 2 children are very different from each other in many ways, but especially as learners, and Shipley is the perfect school for both of them.

My name is Caroline, and I am a current 10th grader at the Shipley School. I came to Shipley in 8th grade, where I was immediately welcomed with open arms. Everyone was so helpful, and genuinely willing to make sure that I was adjusting to the community. The past couple of years that I have spent at this school have been amazing. Shipley has allowed me to challenge myself academically, as I take several honors classes. I really enjoy the rigor of the classes, and the added challenge has helped me grow as a student and a person. All of my teachers are always willing to give any extra help I may need.I am also a member of 3 sports teams. I absolutely love playing Shipley sports due to the excellent coaching staff and the opportunity they give me to progress as an athlete. The Shipley faculty truly cares about its students, and creates such a positive atmosphere. I am looking forward to a great couple more years at Shipley!

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