Attending boarding school at Saint Andrew`s is a transformative experience for students in grades 9 - 12. Resident Life fosters a sense of community, collaboration, and personal responsibility.
Our boarders find themselves a home and a family away from home when they come to Saint Andrew`s. With over 35 professional educators and their families living on campus, our focus is caring for the safety and well being of each of our 100 resident students.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $69,300
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $39,710
- Acceptance rate: 58%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 17 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Saint Andrew's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1961
1906
Campus Size
81 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
625 students
315 students
% Students of Color
22%
26%
% International Students
14%
20%
% Students Boarding
15%
70%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1080 - 1350
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
28
18
Number of IB Courses Offered
30
-
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
80%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$25 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$69,300
($1,000 matriculation fee. Includes meals/laptop)
($1,000 matriculation fee. Includes meals/laptop)
$66,250
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$39,710
($1,000 new student matriculation fee. Tuition includes lunch and school owned and supported MacBook Air computer.)
($1,000 new student matriculation fee. Tuition includes lunch and school owned and supported MacBook Air computer.)
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
23%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$2,200
(Merit Scholarship program for entering grade 9)
(Merit Scholarship program for entering grade 9)
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 17 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Average Percentile SSAT
56%
-
Acceptance Rate
58%
60%
Director of Admissions
Alexandra Tolischus
Denise Redington
Denise Redington
Associate Director of Admissions
Lesley Fisher
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
21
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
12
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Cum Laude Society, Fair Trade Club, Model Congress, Model United Nations, Mu Alpha Theta, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Robotics Team, Round Square, Science National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, Student Council
Cum Laude Society, Fair Trade Club, Model Congress, Model United Nations, Mu Alpha Theta, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Robotics Team, Round Square, Science National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, Student Council
College Matriculation
Year: 2001 - 2005
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
University of Florida
61
Florida State University
24
George Washington University
20
University of Miami
19
Boston University
15
Emory University
14
New York University
14
Rollins College
12
Tulane University
9
University of Pennsylvania
9
School Notes
- Attending boarding school at Saint Andrew`s is a transformative experience for students in grades 9 - 12. Resident Life fosters a sense of community, collaboration, and personal responsibility. Our boarders live on a vibrant 81-acre campus, where learning and personal growth are a top priority, and friendships last a lifetime. With dedicated residential faculty who serve as mentors and guides, our boarding students receive personalized attention and care throughout their journey. A unique opportunity for students to thrive in a supportive and enriching environment.
- Our academic curriculum includes 46 Honors level courses, 24 Advanced Placement (AP)offerings, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
- At Saint Andrew's School, we are proud to offer 19 different sports and 65 different teams between our High School and Middle School including swimming, tennis, and soccer.
- We are quite proud that 85% of the senior class was admitted to a U.S. college ranked as "Most Competitive" or "Highly Competitive" in the Barron`s Guide to Colleges.
- Saint Andrew's School accreditations: Florida Council of Independent Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Morgan Pressel - LPGA Tour member
- Vincent Spadea - Former professional tennis player
- Corina Maorairu - Former professional tennis player
- Tinsley Ellis - Blues artist
- Kevin Steele - District Attorney, Pennsylvania
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Saint Andrew's School cost?
Saint Andrew's School's tuition is approximately $69,300 for boarding students and $39,710 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Saint Andrew's School?
The acceptance rate of Saint Andrew's School is 58%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 60%.
Who are famous alumni from Saint Andrew's School?
Saint Andrew's School famous alumni include: Morgan Pressel, Vincent Spadea, Corina Maorairu, Tinsley Ellis and Kevin Steele.
What sports does Saint Andrew's School offer?
Saint Andrew's School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.
Does Saint Andrew's School offer a summer program?
Yes, Saint Andrew's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Saint Andrew's School's ranking?
Saint Andrew's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Saint Andrew's School?
The application deadline for Saint Andrew's School is Jan. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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