The Hill School (2026 Profile)

5.00 (8 reviews)

Tel: (610) 326-1000

860 Beech Street
Pottstown, PA 19464

www.thehill.org

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

The Hill School Photo #1 - The Hill School sets a high standard for students in their dress and appearance to express pride in themselves and their respect for one another. Academic Dress is worn throughout the academic day whenever students are in an academic or public area, chapel services, sit-down meals, required evening performance, or any other designated occasion.

The Hill School Photo #2 - All students are required to attend sit-down family-style meals together in the Dining Room for lunch, and boarding students attend seated dinners several nights a week. Faculty members and their families join the students in a relaxed, yet formal atmosphere, where they enjoy interaction with one another outside of the classroom.

The Hill School Photo #3 - The Hill School's beautiful campus includes two new artificial turf fields (for lacrosse, field hockey, and soccer), a new 8-lane track, and a new pavilion (with snack bar, team rooms, rest rooms, and viewing area).

The Hill School Photo #4 - The Hill School sets a high standard for students in their dress and appearance to express pride in themselves and their respect for one another. Academic Dress is worn throughout the academic day whenever students are in an academic or public area, chapel services, sit-down meals, required evening performance, or any other designated occasion.

The Hill School Photo #5 - Boarding students reside on campus in one of eight dormitory complexes. Faculty members and their families live in apartments in each dorm.

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 Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 527 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 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

The Hill School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1851

1909

Campus Size

200 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

View School Calendar

School Motto

Whatsoever things are true.

Student Body

Enrollment

527 students

300 students

% Students of Color

37%

25%

% International Students

22%

20%

% Students Boarding

78%

70%

Average SAT Score

1340
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

26
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
All students are required to wear blazers.

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

71%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$153 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$72,390

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$49,350

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

34%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$50,500
(Average boarding grant)

$25,000

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 31

Jan. 15

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

84%

Acceptance Rate

25%

58%

Director of Admissions

Tom Eccleston

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryField Hockey

TennisTrack and Field

Water PoloWinter Track

Wrestling

Show More (1)Hide

Colors

Navy Blue

School Mascot

Ram

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Action AIDSArchaelogy Club

Asian Culture ClubBarbecue Club

Cadmean Concordian SocietyCareer Awareness Program Committee

ChapelChapel Wardens

Chinese SocietyClassic Film Society

Committe for Conservation EducationConroy Committee for Distinguished Visitors

CORE (Christ Our Rock Eternal)Deli Line (coed a cappella singing group)

Dramatics SocietyEco-Action

Economics SocietyFunkDeFied

Guitar ClubHeads of House Committee

Health and Wellness CommitteeHorae Scholasticae (student literary and art magazine)

Independent Study Program CommitteeInterfaith Chapel Council

International Programs CommitteeJazz Ensemble

John Enders Science ClubLa Junta

Lectors GuildLibrary Association

Madrigal SingersMathematics Society

MOSAIC-Modelling Ongoing Student Action (for an) Inclusive CommunityStudent Government Association

Student PrefectsTech Support Group

The Dial (yearbook)The Hill News (newspaper)

The Record (literary journal)Young Democrats

Young Republicans

Show More (25)Hide

Arts and Music Programs:

ChamberCommunity Outreach Program Committee

Japanese SocietyJohn Winant Society

Keiser Music GuildLe Cercle Francais

MUN

College Matriculation

View Matriculation Data

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
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

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

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 58%.

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 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling.

What is The Hill School's ranking?

The Hill School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for 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.

Alumni Reviews Review School

Review

Description

The Hill School Alumni #1
Class of 1980
5.0011/27/2017
NYU

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. . .

The Hill School Alumni #2
Class of 1980
5.0010/23/2017
Yale

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. . .

The Hill School Alumni #3
Class of 1980
5.006/12/2017
College of William and Mary (B.A., MBA)

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). . .

Show more reviews (5 reviews)

Recent Articles

June 08, 2026

What Happens During School Breaks for Boarding Students Who Stay on Campus

Learn what happens during school breaks for boarding students who remain on campus, including housing, meals, activities, supervision, and support services.

June 08, 2026

A Day in the Life of a Dorm Parent: Inside Residential Faculty Life

A day in the life of a dorm parent: how residential faculty support, mentor, supervise, and guide students while building community and shaping the boarding school experience.