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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A-
Matriculation A+
Academics B
Extracurriculars A-
Geo & Community A+
Reviews B
CFS is a boarding and day school for talented boys in grades nine through twelve. CFS offers a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum in an intimate setting, with a total enrollment of less than 200 and an average class size of just ten students. The curriculum is designed to prepare our students to gain entrance to – and succeed at – the finest colleges and universities. Our curriculum is technology-infused, with each student receiving his own laptop and with internet access in every classroom and dorm room. Instruction is led by a seasoned faculty with an average tenure of more than 15 years and of whom 70% hold advanced degrees; most live within five minutes of campus. Education at CFS, however, is not limited to the traditional classroom. Students learn equally important lessons on our athletic fields, competing in 11 interscholastic sports, and in our music program, with advanced offerings in choir and music history and theory. Students can explore their creative side in the expansive art studio, with classes in a variety of media including clay, graphic design, and printmaking. Hobbies become passions, and perhaps careers, in nearly 20 extra-curricular clubs and activities, ranging from chess, math, and digital photography, to poetry, a literary magazine, and the student newspaper. The vital importance of character, caring, and giving back to the community is stressed through a community service program. Our inclusive chapel program allows each student to explore the spiritual elements in his life.
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Ranking

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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$55,440
Enrollment
150
International Students
3%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$170 million
Average SAT Score
1101
Average ACT Score
24
Class Size
10
Boarding %
95

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Columbia University 1
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1
#17 Cornell University 1
#49 Northeastern University 1
#49 Villanova University 1
#55 University of Miami 1

Academics

Sports

(11)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
Yoga
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(21)
Trips to Philadelphia
New York and Washington
DC
Mountain biking
Professional sporting events
Activities at other schools
Trips to Philadelphia
New York and Washington
DC
Mountain biking
Professional sporting events
Activities at other schools
Ski Trips
Theater productions
Local high school athletic events
UniverSoul Circus
Movies
malls and outlets
Sailing
Local eateries
School dances
Fishing
Museums
The Head of School's Advisory Council
Big Brother Program
Conduct Review Board
Student Guide Programs
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Arts

(14)
Band
Choir
Guitar
Music Technology
Music Theory
Piano
Band
Choir
Guitar
Music Technology
Music Theory
Piano
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Studio Art
Woodworking
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Basic Info

All-boys
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1918
Campus Size: 150 acres
Boarding Rate: 95%
Acceptance Rate: 33%
Religious Affiliation: Episcopal

Application Info

Deadline: 01/31
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
Other Accepted Scores: IELTS or Duolingo
School Code:
TOEFL: 7218
SSAT: 2236
ISEE: 393150
Recommended
Boarding
Blair Academy United States Flag
A+
Recommended

Reviews

A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
11/05/2025
Reviews from other languages
【Location】Located in Exton, Pennsylvania, the school is an all-boys school, about an hour's drive from Philadelphia, with convenient transportation.
【Art Programs】Students can explore their creative side in spacious art studios, with courses covering various media such as clay, graphic design, and printmaking. The school has strong music programs, offering choir and advanced courses in music history and theory.
【Sports Programs】The school is a member of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), offering competitive programs in sports such as soccer, cross country, golf, basketball, wrestling, winter and spring track, tennis, and baseball.
【Outdoor Education】Provides students with unique outdoor experience programs—including mountain biking, disc golf, fishing, skiing, camping, sailing, canoeing, rock climbing, paintball, and archery. Every student must participate in one activity each academic year.
【Boarding Life】The school has 10 villa-style dormitories, with 18 students in each cottage. These cottages serve as a home away from home, and resident assistants (RAs) living there are responsible for students' daily care.
【College Admissions】In recent years, graduates have been been admitted to top universities such as Princeton University, Yale University, Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth College, Brown University, and Washington University in St. Louis.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
09/11/2020
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Church Farm School

Church Farm School is an independent boarding school for boys in grades 9-12, located in Exton, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1918, Church Farm School aims to provide quality education to young men with limited means. The school offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum with an average class size of only 7 to 12 students.

School Features:

1. Provides students with unique outdoor experience programs – including mountain biking, disc golf, fishing, skiing, camping, sailing, canoeing, rock climbing, paintball, and archery. Each student must participate in one activity each academic year.

2. Upper-grade off-campus camping trips – a 3-day wilderness camping program that teaches students to cooperate with each other and adapt to the wilderness environment.

3. SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) courses, offering students unique growth counseling, meeting with an advisor every other week to address life and academic issues.
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A FindingSchool User
4 / 5
05/15/2020
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➢ The school's central mission is to provide a rigorous and comprehensive college preparatory education. The school's Christian environment helps students prepare for a fulfilling and successful life. Supported by a carefully managed substantial endowment, the school's staff, resources, and facilities help the entire school community grow and develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
➢ While valuing students' excellent academic abilities, the school focuses on cultivating their brotherhood, integrity, respect, and responsibility. It is hoped that these qualities will help them succeed not only in college but also in their future lives.
➢ There are 8 AP courses: Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Biology, Chemistry, US History, English Language and Composition, Spanish Language and Culture, English Literature and Composition.
➢ STEAM: At the Church Farm School, STEAM means integrating art and design closely into the curriculum to foster student innovation. Whenever possible, the school seeks to engage in the intersection between science and art, exposing students to art leads to higher levels of academic achievement, innovation, and flexible thinking.
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A FindingSchool User
3 / 5
11/25/2019
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1. In 2015, U.S. "Business Insider" released its latest authoritative ranking of elite boarding schools, with Church Farm School ranking 44th, higher than Lake Forest Academy (49), Stevenson School (California, 47), Salisbury School (Connecticut, 46), and close to Dana Hall School (Massachusetts, 42) and Portsmouth Abbey School (Rhode Island, 41). 2. Endowment fund of up to $135 million; 3. Preferred students: well-rounded, strong in academics, leadership, service-mindedness, responsibility, and sports.
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Frequently Ask Questions about Church Farm School

Tell me a bit about Church Farm School.
Church Farm School is All-boys private boarding school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1918 , and currently has about 150 students, 3.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.gocfs.net/.
Does Church Farm School have rigorous academic requirements?
Church Farm School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Church Farm School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 23.08% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 15.38% go to top 25, and about 11.54% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Church Farm School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Church Farm School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Church Farm School?
The total fee for Church Farm School in 2024 is $55,440 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@gocfs.net .
Where is Church Farm School located?
Church Farm School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 23 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Church Farm School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Church Farm School is among the most popular schools, within top 236 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Church Farm School has been favorited by 88 users.
How do I complete an application for Church Farm School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Church Farm School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Church Farm School’s official site: http://www.gocfs.net/ or call them at 610-363-7500.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Church Farm School?
Yes, here are few: The Hill School, The Phelps School and Westtown School.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Church Farm School?
The overall rating for Church Farm School is A-.

The section ratings of Church Farm School are:
A+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%
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