In addition to providing a solid foundation for higher education, Scattergood is a learning community that fosters the practical application of all kinds of knowledge through hands-on work and service.
The School's mission is to provide students with a sense of global citizenship while recognizing individual self-worth.
Scattergood strives to instill in students the ability to live constructively in a community as well as feel that their opinion has been heard.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $37,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,000
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Scattergood Friends School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 286 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Boarding Focus
Student Attention
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
6-12
Grades Offered (Day)
6-12
PK-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Learning Difference Programs
Mild Learning Differences
n/a
Year Founded
1890
1907
Campus Size
126 acres
128 acres
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
45 students
315 students
% Students of Color
16%
25%
% International Students
15%
20%
% Students Boarding
100%
68%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
33%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$4.2 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$37,000
$64,460
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$19,000
$35,600
Tuition international students
$41,000
$55,985
% Students on Financial Aid
60%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Director of Admissions
Shari Sollars
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
5
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
11
24
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
D&D, Indoor Soccer Club, Magic the Gathering, Wood Working, Writers
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics Club, Fiber Arts, Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery Club, Jogging/Running, Yoga
D&D, Indoor Soccer Club, Magic the Gathering, Wood Working, Writers
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics Club, Fiber Arts, Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery Club, Jogging/Running, Yoga
School Notes
- Experience a small, tightly-knit school community of students, faculty, and their families, all living and working together.
- Ask big questions and dive deep into project-based classes full of hands-on experience. Don't just take a science class... be a scientist.Know your food, grow your food! Our organic farm serves as a living laboratory and provides delicious meals year-round.
- Explore issues of peace and social justice with like-minded friends.
- Prepare for college and beyond! Scattergood students have been accepted to Bryn Mawr, Cornell College, Earlham, Grinnell, Haverford, Macalester, Oberlin, Reed, Scripps, University of Chicago, and more!
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
- Scattergood Friends School accreditations: Independent School Association of the Central States
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Scattergood Friends School cost?
Scattergood Friends School's tuition is approximately $37,000 for boarding students and $19,000 for day students.
What sports does Scattergood Friends School offer?
Scattergood Friends School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Cross Country Running, Cycling, Fencing, Intramural Sports Only and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Scattergood Friends School's ranking?
Scattergood Friends School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students), High percentage of boarding students, Small average class sizes and Low student:teacher ratio.
When is the application deadline for Scattergood Friends School?
The application deadline for Scattergood Friends School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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