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The Webb Schools

5.00 (29 reviews)
1175 West Baseline Road Claremont CA 91711
Tel: (909) 482-5214
www.webb.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $84,070
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $59,790
  • Acceptance rate: 17%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update
The Webb Schools Photo #1 - Webb enjoys a 100% admit rate to selective 4-year colleges and universities.
The Webb Schools Photo #2 - Webb is a school community that lives and learns together. You will make friends from across the country and around the world. This year we have students from 12 states and 18 countries.
The Webb Schools Photo #3 - The Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology is the only fully accredited museum located on a high school campus in North America. Our museum program involves students in all aspects of the scientific process -- from discovery to published research.
The Webb Schools Photo #4 - Webb's mission is to graduate honorable leaders -- young adults of character with moral courage and critical thinking skills.
The Webb Schools Photo #5 - Webb offers a broad-based liberal arts education where learning happens through authentic discovery and challenging coursework. We strive to develop students' abilities to think and learn independently, collaborate productively with peers and communicate effectively.
The Webb Schools Photo #6 - Webb offers a competitive interscholastic athletic program for students of all skill levels with 42 teams participating in 15 sports. Our new, state-of-the-art aquatics center is perfect for swimming, diving and water polo competitions. In addition to athletics, our afternoon program offers students a variety of other activities in which to participate.
The Webb Schools Photo #7 - Webb offers introductory and advanced level courses in art, music and theater. Our campus is home to two performing arts spaces, including the Copeland-Donahue Theater and Susan A. Nelson Performing Arts Center.
The Webb Schools Photo #8 - Located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, our campus setting provides easy access to hiking, snorkeling, rock climbing and other outdoor adventures.
The Webb Schools Photo #9 - Our Hefner Observatory houses a Celestron-14 telescope.
The Webb Schools Photo #10 - Although community service hours are not required at Webb, many of our students volunteer for one or more of our numerous service activities. Students have traveled to Costa Rica, Thailand, Romania, Australia, Nepal, Fiji and across Africa on service trips.
5.00 (29 reviews)
Tel: (909) 482-5214
1175 West Baseline Road
Claremont, CA 91711
www.webb.org
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The Webb Schools Photo #1 - Webb enjoys a 100% admit rate to selective 4-year colleges and universities.
The Webb Schools Photo #2 - Webb is a school community that lives and learns together. You will make friends from across the country and around the world. This year we have students from 12 states and 18 countries.
The Webb Schools Photo #3 - The Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology is the only fully accredited museum located on a high school campus in North America. Our museum program involves students in all aspects of the scientific process -- from discovery to published research.
The Webb Schools Photo #4 - Webb's mission is to graduate honorable leaders -- young adults of character with moral courage and critical thinking skills.
The Webb Schools Photo #5 - Webb offers a broad-based liberal arts education where learning happens through authentic discovery and challenging coursework. We strive to develop students' abilities to think and learn independently, collaborate productively with peers and communicate effectively.
The Webb Schools Photo #6 - Webb offers a competitive interscholastic athletic program for students of all skill levels with 42 teams participating in 15 sports. Our new, state-of-the-art aquatics center is perfect for swimming, diving and water polo competitions. In addition to athletics, our afternoon program offers students a variety of other activities in which to participate.
The Webb Schools Photo #7 - Webb offers introductory and advanced level courses in art, music and theater. Our campus is home to two performing arts spaces, including the Copeland-Donahue Theater and Susan A. Nelson Performing Arts Center.
The Webb Schools Photo #8 - Located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, our campus setting provides easy access to hiking, snorkeling, rock climbing and other outdoor adventures.
The Webb Schools Photo #9 - Our Hefner Observatory houses a Celestron-14 telescope.
The Webb Schools Photo #10 - Although community service hours are not required at Webb, many of our students volunteer for one or more of our numerous service activities. Students have traveled to Costa Rica, Thailand, Romania, Australia, Nepal, Fiji and across Africa on service trips.
At Webb, we teach students how to learn through our unique, multidisciplinary, future-focused curriculum that challenges students to participate in the design of their education.
Come for a tour of our 150-acre campus, nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel mountains, and learn about our Advanced Studies program (that goes far beyond AP courses) taught by our expert faculty.
Our courses are engaging and expose students to various subjects, including Filmmaking, Neuroscience, Multivariable Calculus, languages, Paleontology, and the performing and visual arts.
As a boarding school, life at Webb includes upholding the core values of honor, integrity, moral courage, and community-and becoming confident, honorable leaders.
Webb's relationships in LA and locally, with the Claremont Colleges and our Alf Museum of Paleontology, offer students unparalleled exploration and advanced learning opportunities.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $84,070
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $59,790
  • Acceptance rate: 17%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Webb Schools ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Faculty Education
High percent faculty with advanced degrees
Selectivity
Low acceptance rates
Offering Breadth
High # of AP/advanced courses offered
Student Test Scores
High average SAT scores
Student Test Scores
High ACT scores

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
The Webb Schools
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1922
1909
Campus Size
150 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
Think, Act, Lead, Serve

Student Body

Enrollment
405 students
300 students
% Students of Color
58%
25%
% International Students
21%
20%
% Students Boarding
63%
70%
Average SAT Score
1510
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
34
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
14 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
61
17
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
90%
70%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Summer Program Details
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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
61
17
Courses
Advanced Studies Global Gender StudiesAdvanced Studies Human Migration
Advanced Studies in Anatomy and Physiology Advanced Studies in Biotechnology
Advanced Studies in Organic ChemistryAdvanced Studies in Paleontology
Advanced Studies Linear AlgebraAdvanced Studies The Age of Enlightenment
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Chinese LanguageAP Computer Science
AP Environmental ScienceAP French Language
AP Physics 1AP Physics C
AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature
AP StatisticsHonors Advanced Museum Research
Honors BiologyHonors Chamber Singers
Honors Foundation of VirtueHonors French 2
Honors French 3Honors Integrated Math II
Honors Museum ResearchHonors Paleontology
Honors PrecalculusHonors Spanish 2
Honors Spanish 3Honors Strings Sinfonia Orchestra
Honors Studio ArtHonors Winds Sinfonia Orchestra

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$60 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$84,070
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$59,790
$33,500
Summer Program Cost
$3,100
(Summer program bridge: $450; summer program international: $3,260)
% Students on Financial Aid
32%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$50,750
(Boarding: $68,000, Day: $40,000)
$25,000

Admissions

Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
17%
58%
Director of Admissions
Dr. Jamila Everett
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
18
16
Sports
BadmintonBaseball
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningDiving
FootballGolf
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingSwimming and Diving
TennisTrack
Track and FieldVolleyball
Water PoloWrestling
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Mascot
the Gaul

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
40
23
Extracurriculars
Yearbook - "El Espejo"


Club or Organization:
AcappellaAlianza (Latino Student Alliance)
Archive ClubArt Club
Coding ClubCompetitive Mathematics Team
CrossfitEarth Club
Feminist Action MovementFiber Arts
International Mentoring ClubInvisible Children
Photography ClubRadio Station
RoboticsRunning
T-Ball CoachCommunity Service
School PlayStudent Admissions Assistants
Student GovernmentThe Crew (Video Club)
The Tower (Yearbook)Tour Guides
Travis Manion Foundation


Arts and Music Programs:
Art Portfolio ClubStain Glass
Student Missions Fellowship


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chinese ConversationLorelei Consort
Mathematics TeamOutdoor Activities
PhotographyStain Glass
PotteryFiber Arts
School PlaySports Reporting
Triathlon

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
University of Southern California, CA
44
New York University, NY
17
Georgetown University
14
Wellesley College, MA
14
Cornell University, NY
11
University of California, Berkeley, CA
11
Barnard College, NY
10
University of Chicago, IL
9
Columbia University, NY
8
Harvard University, MA
8
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School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Julia Marciari-Alexander '85 - Executive Director, Walters Art Museum
    • Caroline Adler '00 - Former Special Assistant to President Obama
    • Samantha Ainsley '07 - Senior Software Engineer & Technical Lead, Google
    • Ariel Fan '10 - CEO GreenWealth Energy
    • Josh Marshall '87 - Editor and publisher of TalkingPointsMemo.com
    • John Scalzi ’87 - Award-Winning Science Fiction Writer
    • Jim Drasdo '63 - Capital Research and Management Group
    • Mark Lee '85 - Architect, Dean of Harvard Graduate School of Design
    • Jeff Luhnow '84 - General Manager, Houston Astros
    • Otis Y. Chandler ’96 - Founder of Goodreads.com
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Webb Schools cost?
The Webb Schools's tuition is approximately $84,070 for boarding students and $59,790 for day students.
What schools are The Webb Schools often compared to?
The Webb Schools is often viewed alongside schools like Cate School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of The Webb Schools?
The acceptance rate of The Webb Schools is 17%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%. The Webb Schools's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from The Webb Schools?
The Webb Schools famous alumni include: Julia Marciari-Alexander '85, Caroline Adler '00, Samantha Ainsley '07, Ariel Fan '10, Josh Marshall '87, John Scalzi ’87, Jim Drasdo '63, Mark Lee '85, Jeff Luhnow '84 and Otis Y. Chandler ’96.
What sports does The Webb Schools offer?
The Webb Schools offers 18 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.
Does The Webb Schools offer a summer program?
Yes, The Webb Schools offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is The Webb Schools's ranking?
The Webb Schools ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percent faculty with advanced degrees, Low acceptance rates, High # of AP/advanced courses offered, High average SAT scores and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for The Webb Schools?
The application deadline for The Webb Schools is Jan. 15.

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Class of 2017
5.00
United States Military Academy
The classroom setting of a round table discussion instead of lecture based teaching. I believe it really puts the pressure on the student to understand what is going on in the class and bring an. . .

Class of 2016
5.00
University of California San Diego
Webb has a clear focus on community and it really shows. When you are a student you become best friends with the faculty and your fellow students, traversing the boundaries of what most schools can. . .

Class of 2017
5.00
Occidental College
The Webb Schools is unique in many ways different than other boarding schools. One being that it is a boy's school and a girl's school on one shared campus. This allows the freshman and sophomore. . .
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  • Acceptance rate: 17%
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