Solebury School
Overview
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Solebury School is a coed, college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12, located in beautiful Bucks County, PA. As a smaller school, every student is known and valued. We offer an environment of educational excellence that prepares students for success in college and beyond. In the Solebury community, we strongly value intellectual challenge and academic achievement, creative and independent thinking, mutual respect between students and teachers, deep respect for each individual and diversity. At Solebury, you will find an innovative academic program with an emphasis on interdisciplinary teaching and experiential learning. You will find teachers who want to get to know you and help you succeed, and who will quickly become mentors and friends. You will be exposed to the challenging college-preparatory curriculum, with advanced courses as well as unique electives in every subject. You will find a boarding program that provides you with support and structure for your studies as well as ample opportunities for fun. You will find a school that believes in students using all parts of their being - where arts and athletics are regarded as equally important and each has a place in the day. Most of all, at Solebury School you will find a place to call home.

Academics
Summary: Implicit in Solebury’s philosophy is our goal to engage and excite kids about learning. We want students turned on by ideas, committed to their passions, and encouraged by teachers. When this happens in the classroom, all sorts of opportunities open up for students, not the least of which is access to the most competitive colleges. Solebury’s curriculum is academically demanding and addresses the different needs and abilities of our students in creative and innovative ways. Our approach to academics is rigorous, but it's also caring and supportive.
Department Director Rick Tony
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Average Class Size: 10
Summer Programs: Not Offered
Full Time Teachers: 37
Number of AP Courses Offered: 10
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 63%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Evening Study Assistance
- Learning Differences Support
- Peer Tutoring
- Study Skills Assistance
- Subject Tutoring
- Technology Center
- Writing Center
- ADD/ADHD Support
English
- Classics
- Creative Writing
- Honors
- Literature
- Playwriting
- Poetry
History
- Asian History
- Classical History
- European History
- Honors
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Psychology
- Sociology
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Genetics
- Health
- Physical Science
- Physics
Math
Computer Studies
- Computer Applications
- Multimedia
- Computer Programming
- Web Design
Music
- Choral Music
- Individual Instructions
- Music Appreciation
- Orchestra
- Principles of Arranging
- Songwriting
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
Special Programs
- Study Abroad
- Community Service
- Exchange Programs
- Personal Finance
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Leadership
- Outdoor Education
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 3
Average Students Per Dorm: 25
Number of Girls Dorms: 2
Number of Boys Dorms: 0
Dorm Amenities
- Game Room
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Vending Machines
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
Facilities
- Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Pool
- Technology Center
- Tennis Courts
- Outdoor Track
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
- Animal Rights Club
- Asian Club
- Astronomy Club
- Community Service
- Computer Club
- Debate Club
- Diversity Club
- Dorm Proctors
- Drama Club
- Environmental Club
- Foreign Language Clubs
- Gardening Club
- International Club
- Literary Magazine
- Math Club
- Mock Trial
- Model UN
- Newspaper
- Peer Counseling
- Peer Tutoring
- Sexualities Club
- Snowboarding Club
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Student Publications
- Theater Club
- Weightlifting Club
- Yearbook
- Yoga Club
- Young Democrats
- Young Republicans
Arts & Athletics
Arts Department Director: Erika Bonner
Athletics Department Director: Rob Eichem
Arts
Interscholastic Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Dance
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Horseback Riding
- Lacrosse
- Outdoor Education
- Rock Climbing
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Wrestling
Recreational Sports
- Alpine Ski Racing
- Badminton
- Canoeing
- Crew
- Cross Country Running
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Golf
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Kayaking
- Nordic Ski Racing
- Outdoor Education
- Rock Climbing
- Snowboarding
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Weight Lifting
- Yoga
Graduates
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
---|---|---|---|
25th percentile | 510 | 490 | 510 |
75th percentile | 650 | 670 | 630 |
Notable Alumni
Joyce Bulifant
Class of 1956
Actress
James MacArthur
Class of 1956
Actor
Jack Coleman
Class of 1976
Actor Currently a cast member of science fiction series Heroes.
Langhorne Slim
Class of 1999
Musician
Elizabeth Pitcairn
Class of 1991
Renowned Violinist-Plays 1720 Red Mendelssohn" Stradivarius"
Mira Nakashima
Class of 1959
Renowned furniture maker- Daughter of renowned furniture maker George Nakashima
Rachel Simon
Class of 1977
Author
Merit
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 28%
Average Merit Scholarship: 5,000
Current Endowment Amount: $8,100,000
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 80
Total Day: 155
Total Enrollment: 235
Boys: 129
Girls: 106
Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12
Day Grades Offered: 9-12
School Type: High School, Post-grad
Dress Code: Casual
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: February 1st
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $63,695
5-Day Boarding: N/A
Day Tuition Fee: $43,645
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 44%
Average Awarded: $24,000
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 28%
Average Merit Scholarship: $5,000
Current Endowment Amount: $8,100,000
Contact
Director of Admissions: Scott Eckstein
Admissions Phone: 215 862 5261
Fax: 215 862 3366
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.solebury.org
Nearby Schools
- The Pennington School - 11mi / 17 km
- George School - 12mi / 19 km
- The Lawrenceville School - 15mi / 24 km
- The Hun School Of Princeton - 16mi / 26 km
- Peddie School - 26mi / 41 km
- Perkiomen School - 27mi / 44 km








