The Kiski School (2024-25 Profile)

1888 Brett Lane
Saltsburg, PA 15681

The Kiski School Photo #1 - Beginning in 2024, Kiski will offer co-education, extending our outstanding opportunities and unique educational environment to both boys and girls.

The Kiski School Photo #2 - Kiski's outdoor classroom and project-based learning culture gives boys the opportunity to get out of traditional four-walled classrooms and experience the beautiful scenery that Western Pennsylvania autumn offers! With our dedicated STEAM and Makerspace areas, our students get to roll up their sleeves and enjoy hands-on learning!

The Kiski School Photo #4 - As back-to-back 2022 state soccer champions, our varsity soccer team trains throughout the year. With 17 varsity sports, Kiski students practice hard and compete harder on the field, on the courts, on the track, on the rink and in the pool and in the gym. With opportunities to work out in our state-of-the-art weight room and athletic facilities our student-athletes

The Kiski School Photo #5 - Our exceptional College Counseling Office works closely with each Kiski Junior and Senior as they complete essays and applications for colleges.

Beginning in 2024, Kiski will offer co-education, extending our outstanding opportunities and unique educational environment to both boys and girls.

While this approach is new for our school, we expect the results to be right in line with what we have seen over and over again: the development of each student's mind, character, integrity, and self-discipline, coupled with a college preparatory learning experience, the benefits of which will last a lifetime.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 192 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $52,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $32,000
Acceptance rate: 65%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Kiski School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2024 School Data

The Kiski School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

8-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1888

1906

Campus Size

350 acres

125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

192 students

315 students

% Students of Color

40%

26%

% International Students

40%

20%

% Students Boarding

95%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Jacket, tie

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

65%

71%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$12 million

$28 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$52,500

$66,250

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$32,000

$35,600

% Students on Financial Aid

72%

40%

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

65%

60%

Director of Admissions

Bramble Buran

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese, AP English, AP European History, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP U.S. History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Art Club, Astronomy Club, Book, Chess Club, Clay Breakers Sporting Clays shooting club, Cooking Club, Cougar Cup, Cougar Online, Creative Writing Club, Culture Club, Fishing Club, French and Spanish Club, K Club - Kiski Ambassadors (tour guides), Kiski Press Club, Model Train Club, Movie Club, Music Club, New England Math League, Ping-Pong, Pizza and Politics, Robotics Club, Senior Prefects, Speech and Debate Club, Sustainability Club, Thespian Troupe, Woodshop and Makerspace Club, Writing Club, Yoga Club

College Matriculation

Year: 2009 - 2013

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

United States Naval Academy

Penn State at State College

Carnegie Mellon University

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Davidson College

Denison University

Dickinson College

Colgate University

Johns Hopkins

Kenyon College

Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

Academic offerings include 21 advanced courses and honors sections are available throughout the curriculum. Teachers are available each evening for academic extra help sessions. A learning support center is housed on campus that offers students study strategies, writing tips, and more from our Learning Support Specialist.
Social events include several dances and cultural exchanges. Trips to movies, malls, restaurants, sporting events, various outdoor activities, and historical trips are just a few of the events that take place throughout the school year.
Parents have home telephone numbers and email addresses of all Kiski faculty and administrators. Parents and families are welcomed at numerous events throughout the school year.
Tours and admission interviews are available by appointment throughout the year. Call 724-639-8035 or email admissions@kiski.org to make arrangements.
The Kiski School accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jack Hanna - Zoologist
- David Conrad - Actor
- Bob Matthias - Olympic Gold Medalist
- Carroll "Beano" Cook - ESPN Football Commentator and historian
- Marshall Goldberg - Director
- Daryll Clark - Former Penn State Quarterback who signed as a 2010 Free-Agent with the Washington Redskins
- Curtis Ennis - Former NFL running back

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Kiski School cost?

The Kiski School's tuition is approximately $52,500 for boarding students and $32,000 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Kiski School?

The acceptance rate of The Kiski School is 65%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.

Who are famous alumni from The Kiski School?

The Kiski School famous alumni include: Jack Hanna, David Conrad, Bob Matthias, Carroll "Beano" Cook, Marshall Goldberg, Daryll Clark and Curtis Ennis.

What sports does The Kiski School offer?

The Kiski School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.

What is The Kiski School's ranking?

The Kiski School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.

When is the application deadline for The Kiski School?

The application deadline for The Kiski School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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