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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A-
Matriculation A-
Academics A-
Extracurriculars B+
Geo & Community A+
Reviews B+
The Shipley School is an independent, coeducational day school in Bryn Mawr for pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade students. Through our commitment to educational excellence, we develop within each student a love of learning and a desire for compassionate participation in the world.
Our small classes nurture individual learning. With an average of 15 students per class and a student-to-teacher ratio of 7:1, every student has access to the teachers’ time and attention—and every teacher is able to support and challenge their students as individuals.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$49,105
Enrollment
730
International Students
2.8%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$2 million
Average SAT Score
1287
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
14

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2020-2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
Art #1 School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1 +
#2 Columbia University 1 +
#2 Harvard College 1 +
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1 +
#5 Yale University 1 +
LAC #1 Williams College 1 +
#6 Stanford University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(1)
Studio Art: Drawing

Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(22)
Chess Club
DECA
Film Club
Food Club
GSA
Gardening Club
Chess Club
DECA
Film Club
Food Club
GSA
Gardening Club
Math Club
Media Club
Newspaper
Ping Pong Club
Puzzle Club
Reading Club
Yearbook
Yoga Club
Creative Writing Club
Environmental Club
International Club
Investment Club
Political Debate Club
Random Acts of Kindness
Science Olympiad
Student Government
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Arts

(8)
Music
Music Theory
Production
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Studio Art
Music
Music Theory
Production
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Studio Art
2D Art
3D Art
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: PreK-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1894
Campus Size: 40 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
School Code:
TOEFL: B528
SSAT: 7348
ISEE: 390485
Recommended
Recommended
Boarding
Blair Academy United States Flag
A+

Reviews

A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
11/21/2023
Reviews from other languages
The Shipley School, Philadelphia

1. The school is located in the affluent university town of Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, just a 26-minute drive from Philadelphia. It is adjacent to the famous Bryn Mawr College, boasting a beautiful environment with lush greenery. The school is a member of the Quaker consortium.
2. The school offers 51 honors courses with a very distinctive curriculum, covering a wide range of subjects and detailed research directions.
3. The school has a strong arts program, with its own student band, dedicated practice rooms, as well as sculpture, music appreciation, digital media film production, and more. The walls of the art building are filled with various works by students.
4. The school has dedicated classrooms for robotics and engineering projects, equipped with the latest 3D printers and laser printers.
5. The school's field hockey team has achieved remarkable results, with students winning numerous awards.
6. Chinese graduates have been admitted to universities such as Emory University, Brown University, Carnegie Mellon University, Dartmouth College, University of Chicago, Rhode Island School of Design, University of California, San Diego, and more.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
09/19/2022
Reviews from other languages
1. Founded in 1894, located 14 miles (approximately a 26-minute drive) from Philadelphia, the school is adjacent to the renowned liberal arts college Bryn Mawr College.
2. The school's new SAT average score is 1370, offering 51 honors courses. Signature courses include STEAM programs, robotics courses, and engineering design courses. STEM courses are supported by an independent technology teaching center and an engineering project laboratory building.
3. The school's sports teams have won 36 championships in the past 5 years, including the 2017 Men's Squash National Championship, the 2018 Women's Rowing Lightweight National Competition gold medal, and the Pennsylvania State Field Hockey Championship. Facilities include a large indoor rowing training center and an international competition-sized squash center.
4. Chinese students have achieved excellent university placements in recent years: Yale University, Emory University, Carnegie Mellon University, Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design, University of Chicago, and Dartmouth College.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
01/10/2021
Reviews from other languages
A member of the Friends Schools League, whose member schools are among the top in the Philadelphia area and even nationwide, including 9 schools such as Shipley School, Friends Central School, Moorestown Friends School, Abington Friends School, and Friends Select School.
Graduates have a remarkable record of matriculating into prestigious universities, many of which are top 10 national universities and leading liberal arts colleges.
In the past 5 years, 19% of graduates have received National Merit Scholarships.
The school offers 51 honors courses with a highly distinctive curriculum. It covers a wide range of subjects with detailed research directions.
All-round development in academics, arts, and sports. AP Art courses are offered, and in the past 5 years, the school's sports teams have won a total of 36 championships, including men's soccer, squash, field hockey, women's field hockey, volleyball, and basketball.
Excellent geographical location, just a 20-minute drive from Philadelphia, situated in a university town, an affluent area, right next to the famous Bryn Mawr College.
Niche rating A+, ranked TOP 19 among the best private high schools in Pennsylvania, with an average SAT score of 1370.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
07/15/2020
Reviews from other languages
The Shipley School is located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, just a 26-minute drive from Philadelphia. It is situated in a university town and affluent area, adjacent to the famous Bryn Mawr College, and is considered one of the best Quaker secondary schools attended by children of presidents. The school focuses on developing each student's love for learning and motivation for international involvement. Through strong university-preparatory programs in humanities and sciences, the school encourages curiosity, creativity, and respect for intellectual achievement.
1. The first class of 4 Chinese graduates went on to: Yale University, Carnegie Mellon University, Brown University, and Washington University in St. Louis.
2. Science courses have a dedicated technology center, featuring 2 3D printers and 1 laser printer.
3. A strong sports school: The girls' basketball team has won 3 championships in the past 4 years, field hockey has achieved remarkable results with countless awards, and the school has won 36 championships in the past 5 years, with wrestling also securing multiple championships.
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Shipley School

Tell me a bit about The Shipley School.
The Shipley School is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1894 , and currently has about 730 students, 2.80% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit www.shipleyschool.org.
Does The Shipley School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Shipley School is offering 1 AP courses.

The Shipley School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Shipley School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 3.67% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 6.33% go to top 25, and about 1.63% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Shipley School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Shipley School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The Shipley School?
The day tuition for The Shipley School in 2024 is $49,105 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admit@shipleyschool.org .
Where is The Shipley School located?
The Shipley School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 9 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Shipley School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Shipley School is among the most popular schools, within top 151 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Shipley School has been favorited by 164 users.
How do I complete an application for The Shipley School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Shipley School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Shipley School’s official site: www.shipleyschool.org or call them at 610-525-4300.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Shipley School?
Yes, here are few: The Baldwin School, Friends School Haverford and Jack M Barrack Hebrew Academy.

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

The section ratings of The Shipley School are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ 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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