Wilmington Friends School
- Private
- WILMINGTON, DE
Private School
Wilmington Friends School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private
- PK, K-12
- WILMINGTON, DE
- Rating 4.03 out of 5 62 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A
- Sportsgrade B
About
Applying
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Application Fee
$50
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
ISEE
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$32,000
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
55%
Average Financial Aid
$14,962
From Wilmington Friends School
Founded in 1748, Wilmington Friends provides an education rooted in timeless Quaker values (notably simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship). We continually seek opportunities to evolve and grow, and to create a learning environment where children—preschool to grade 12—can be themselves while becoming their best selves. We provide a challenging, customizable program that welcomes families of diverse backgrounds, provides varied opportunities, and develops the critical and original thinking, work ethic, self-advocacy skills, fellowship, and commitment to equity that create informed scholars, leaders, and world citizens.
Wilmington Friends School Rankings
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1300
135 responses
Average ACT
29
61 responses
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Quaker Education
90% of the students who attend Wilmington Friends are non-Quakers. What brings families to Quaker education is often the appeal of an academic program with depth--one that truly asks students to think, to collaborate, to be creative, to take risks--within a caring community that balances focus on the individual with responsibility to the common good.
Culture & Safety
Poll
71%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 7 responsesPoll
57%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 7 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
722
67%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 9 responses78%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 9 responses89%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 9 responsesPreschool
Annual Cost
No data available
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
2.5
Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
No data available
Schedule Options
- Offers Full WeekYes
- Offers Part WeekYes
- Offers Full DayYes
- Offers Part DayNo
Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National
17:1Poll
70%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 10 responsesPoll
70%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 10 responsesPoll
60%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 10 responsesMap
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
No data available
Boys Athletic Participation
No data available
100%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 5 responses60%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 5 responses60%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 5 responses- Cost of Livinggrade unavailable
- Good for Familiesgrade unavailable
- Housinggrade unavailable
Median Household Income
$75,275
National
$64,994Median Rent
$1,182
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$266,500
National
$229,800Wilmington Friends School Reviews
Rating 4.03 out of 5 62 reviews
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Wilmington Friends School is an incredibly welcoming environment that prides itself on its community and value for the individual. The school truly is an incredible place to cultivate the delicate and ever-learning adolescent mind. Teachers are always willing and able to assist those in need, which really speaks to the administration's ability to pick the perfect people for the jobs they fill. As a senior, I have fully enjoyed my tenure here and would recommend this school to anyone!
Friends is a really great school as long as you're able to put up with a disappointing administration. The academics are amazing, with about 90% of the teachers being very knowledgeable and advocates for their students' success. The athletics are fun and exciting with many teams going far into state tournaments (although girls sports teams get way less funding and attention, despite being just as talented). The people are almost all very kind, caring, and empathetic people who try to incorporate philanthropy into all corners of the school. Yet, rules are disproportionately enforced on girls and minorities. The only offense taken seriously is academic dishonesty (not drugs, alcohol, misconduct). The administration doesn't listen to parents' or students' concerns, even when evidence of malpractice amongst teachers is blatantly obvious. The administration definitely picks favorites, who all fit a very similar description. Overall, the school is fantastic except for the administration.
I attended Wilmington Friends School in 2013, starting middle school there. I visited in 5th grade and throughout the day, the students treated me like one of them and I loved it. From the small class rooms, computers and 1:1 with the teachers, I couldn't wait to complete middle school and high school at Friends. The school follows Quakerism so every Wednesday, in middle school, we would sit in silence for 45 minutes know as Meeting For Worship(MFW). In high school, I would have Meeting For Worship on Thursdays. My experience as WFS is a blessing with MFW, small class room sizes and IB courses. MFW allowed me to slow down in life and really think about my purpose and how I connect with my peers. My small class room sizes allowed me to connect with my peers and teachers. I can call my teacher my friends and trust them. WFS offers many IB courses and the full diplomacy. I had the privilege to take IB; History, English and Biology. I plan to enroll my kids at Wilmington Friends School.