Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,900
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $53,000
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
George School
A global school with local roots, George School is a Quaker, co-ed boarding and day high school in Newtown, PA. Convenient to New York City and Philadelphia, the school is located on a picturesque campus of open lawns and beautiful woods.
George School is an experienced leader in education, offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program and nearly 20 Advanced Placement courses.
Students are immersed in learning across all disciplines in our rigorous yet personalized Signature Academic Program. The arts and coursework in science, robotics, and mathematics are signature elements of a George School education.
George School graduates attend the most selective colleges and universities worldwide, and become confident and capable leaders rooted in self-awareness, self-sufficiency, and the ability to listen deeply to others.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,900
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $53,000
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
George School ranks among the top 10 schools with > 400 students (out of 102 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1893
1909
Campus Size
240 acres
125 acres
School Motto
Mind the Light.
Student Body
Enrollment
500 students
300 students
% Students of Color
38%
25%
% International Students
27%
20%
% Students Boarding
46%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
17
Number of IB Courses Offered
43
-
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
61%
70%
Summer Program Details
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
17
Courses
Art HistoryBiology
Calculus ABCalculus BC
ChemistryComputer Science A
FrenchHuman Geography
LatinMacroeconomics
MicroeconomicsPhysics C: Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism
SpanishStatistics
Studio ArtU.S. Government & Politics
U.S. HistoryWorld History
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$79,900
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$53,000
$33,500
% Students on Financial Aid
50%
40%
Admissions
Application Deadline
Feb. 1
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Kim Major
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
17
16
Colors
Brown, Buff
School Mascot
Cougars
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
28
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CalligraphyChamber Ensembles
Cooking ClubCreative Design
Forensic ScienceGeorge School Investing Club
Goldfish in JavaHavurah
Latin American Students OrganizationLOGOS
Model United NationsMuslim Students Association
Open DoorsPrefect Program
Ride SocietyRunning Club
SAGE (Students Associated for Greater Empathy)Skiing Club
Songwriting ClubUmoja
Women's Issues NowYoung Friends Concerned
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics ClubCommunity Chorus
Fused glass
Recreational Athletic Programs:
SPALUTS (student humor and satire magazine)
College Matriculation
School Notes
- A global school with local roots, George School is a Quaker, co-ed boarding and day high school in Newtown, PA. Convenient to New York City and Philadelphia, the school is located on a picturesque campus of open lawns and beautiful woods.
- George School is an experienced leader in education, offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program and nearly 20 Advanced Placement courses. Students are immersed in learning across all disciplines in our rigorous yet personalized Signature Academic Program. The arts and coursework in science, robotics, and mathematics are signature elements of a George School education.
- George School graduates attend the most selective colleges and universities worldwide, and become confident and capable leaders rooted in self-awareness, self-sufficiency, and the ability to listen deeply to others.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Blythe Danner - Actress
- George Segal - Actor
- Stephen Sondheim - Composer
- Julian Bond - Civil Rights Leader
- Mario Capecchi - Nobel Laureate (medicine)
- Barbara Dodd Anderson - Philanthropist
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does George School cost?
George School's tuition is approximately $79,900 for boarding students and $53,000 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from George School?
George School famous alumni include: Blythe Danner, George Segal, Stephen Sondheim, Julian Bond, Mario Capecchi and Barbara Dodd Anderson.
What sports does George School offer?
George School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling.
Does George School offer a summer program?
Yes, George School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is George School's ranking?
George School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.
When is the application deadline for George School?
The application deadline for George School is Feb. 1.
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Quaker school surrounded by a ton of beautiful and gigantic old trees that provides you with so many opportunities and resources not only in academics but in after-school activities to develop existing skills, find new. . .
George School's strong Quaker tradition brings tenants of the faith into the educational curriculum and living environment. In terms of education, there's a strong array of courses that challenge all levels of learners and a. . .
My favorite part of George School is the vast service learning opportunities across the globe. There are service learning projects in Nepal, Vietnam, Cuba, and even ones closer to home, like Washington D.C..
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- Grades: 9-12
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- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,900
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $53,000
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
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