Simply put The Hill School is a close-knit community of boarding and day students and faculty from around the world who live and learn together.
We treat each other as family and form lifelong friendships.
You`ll find the perfect balance of being challenged, feeling supported, and discovering your independence.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,390
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $49,350
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Hill School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
Offering Breadth
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1851
1906
Campus Size
200 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
540 students
315 students
% Students of Color
37%
26%
% International Students
22%
20%
% Students Boarding
78%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
27
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
71%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$153 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$72,390
$66,250
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$49,350
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
34%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$50,500
(Average boarding grant)
(Average boarding grant)
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 31
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
84%
-
Acceptance Rate
25%
60%
Director of Admissions
Tom Eccleston
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
24
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
11
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Honor Council, Student Government Association, Student Prefects, The Dial (yearbook), The Hill News (newspaper), The Record (literary journal)
Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella, Chamber Choir, Chorus, Theatre, Theatre Tech
Honor Council, Student Government Association, Student Prefects, The Dial (yearbook), The Hill News (newspaper), The Record (literary journal)
Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella, Chamber Choir, Chorus, Theatre, Theatre Tech
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Who? We are the family boarding school, a close-knit community of boarding and day students and faculty from around the world who live and learn together. We treat each other as family and form lifelong friendships.
- What? The Hill provides each student with an exceptional, inclusive learning experience that promotes truth as the foundation for intellectual, personal, and social growth. As a School, we value and nurture honesty, generosity, empathy, respectfulness, and kindness; character is not so much taught but lived, as reflected in our motto, "Whatsoever things are true."
- When? The learning and fun never stop. In our dormitories, students live alongside friends and faculty who help them develop lifelong skills to navigate college and beyond. During the evenings, students have required study hours, but there is also down time and special events. Throughout the weekends, a variety of activities are planned on and off campus there is something for everyone!
- Where? The Hill School`s 200-acre campus is nestled in Pottstown, Pa., a Pennsylvania suburb rich in history and culture. Our convenient location, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City and Baltimore, Maryland, provides students with unlimited cultural possibilities for classroom learning experiences and weekend activities.
- Why? By receiving a Hill School diploma and taking that traditional jump in the Dell Pond, Hill graduates join a network of more than 10,000 alumni that spans the world who all share the common bond of a Hill experience. The Hill Alumni Association provides support and camaraderie long after graduation. We say "Hill ties never sever" because the relationships are lifelon
- The Hill School accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Clark Hoyt '60 - Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Washington editor of Knight Ridder/Tribune Information Services
- Lamar Hunt '51 - Businessman, owner and founder of the Kansas City Chiefs and a creator of the American Football League
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Hill School cost?
The Hill School's tuition is approximately $72,390 for boarding students and $49,350 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Hill School?
The acceptance rate of The Hill School is 25%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%. The Hill School's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from The Hill School?
The Hill School famous alumni include: Clark Hoyt '60 and Lamar Hunt '51.
What sports does The Hill School offer?
The Hill School offers 24 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. The Hill School is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
What is The Hill School's ranking?
The Hill School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Low acceptance rates, Most sports offered, High # of AP/advanced courses offered and High SSAT scores.
When is the application deadline for The Hill School?
The application deadline for The Hill School is Jan. 31.
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The Hill was not only crucial to my education as a student, it also afforded the pleasure of learning how to be a gentleman. While I retain my "book knowledge" to a great degree, my. . .
Faculty "hall masters" and students live in dormitories and take meals together in the dining hall. There is a true sense of mentorship and family. . .
It's been 50 years but the school has developed a partnership with the town of Pottstown which is unique across the country. Several alumni (in my class of '67, including the Governor of Pennsylvania). . .
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