Nestled on a rolling 140-acre campus in the Pennsylvania countryside, Solebury students and faculty pursue learning as an exciting, shared endeavor.
This unique approach to education is not happenstance, but a cornerstone of Solebury`s educational philosophy.
At Solebury, the individual is prized. To achieve and sustain a vibrant atmosphere in which students are known as individuals, Solebury remains intentionally small.
Our size fosters quality communication among students, teachers, and parents. Solebury students are encouraged to express themselves and to strive for personal excellence, intellectually, artistically, and athletically.
The result is a magical learning environment, characterized by creativity and diversity, and an ethos of cooperative learning between students and teachers.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Yearly Tuition: $48,365
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Solebury School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
257 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
11 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP English, AP Environmental Science, AP French Language, AP French Literature, AP Government and Politics, AP Human Geography, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP US History (American Studies)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$48,365
Tuition Notes
Day Students - $48,635
Boarding Students - $72,035
Additional tuition for ESL, Individualized English, and Math Support programs.
% on Financial Aid
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$24,000
Admissions Director
Scott Eckstein
Admissions Associate
Meg Perry
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
American Red Cross Club, Biracial Buddies, Black Student Union (formally Black Friday), Book Club, Debate Club, Intercultural Student Association, Jewish Club, LatinX Club, Model United Nations Group, Multiracial Students Group, National Art Honors Society (NAHS), Prom Committee, School Newspaper, SEAC (Solebury Environmental Action Corp), Solebury Service Society, Solebury Snow Sports, Spartanbuilders (Engineering Club), SPECTRUM ( formally Solebury's Gay and Straight Alliance), Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dragon Boat, PSCFit
American Red Cross Club, Biracial Buddies, Black Student Union (formally Black Friday), Book Club, Debate Club, Intercultural Student Association, Jewish Club, LatinX Club, Model United Nations Group, Multiracial Students Group, National Art Honors Society (NAHS), Prom Committee, School Newspaper, SEAC (Solebury Environmental Action Corp), Solebury Service Society, Solebury Snow Sports, Spartanbuilders (Engineering Club), SPECTRUM ( formally Solebury's Gay and Straight Alliance), Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dragon Boat, PSCFit
School Notes
- Imagine attending school and being energized. Imagine feeling respected, understood, and appreciated by your teachers. Imagine being inspired by education. Imagine having the opportunity to discover new interests and to pursue the things you already love vigorously and fully. Imagine a place where being you is celebrated, and where people are kind to one another.
- School CAN be like this. Solebury IS like this.
- Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us. We hope to connect with you and have you experience Solebury for yourselves.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Solebury School cost?
Solebury School's tuition is approximately $48,365 for private students.
What sports does Solebury School offer?
Solebury School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Solebury School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Solebury School's ranking?
Solebury School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Solebury School?
The application deadline for Solebury School is Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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