The Bolles School

Jacksonville
Florida
United States

Overview

Located in Jacksonville, Bolles operates four campuses. Our expansive curriculum includes six world languages, 38 Honors courses, and 30 AP Courses. Bolles offers additional courses through Global Online Academy (GOA), providing students the opportunity to work virtually alongside teachers and peers around the world while exploring specific areas of interest. Our nationally-recognized college placement program serves a diverse student population. We have a state award-winning athletic program, an internationally recognized swimming program, and an activities program centered on community service.

Academics

Summary: The Upper School curriculum is designed to prepare each student for college and beyond. All classes are taught in a demanding but exciting environment that refines the skills of each student. Honors classes and the Advanced Placement Program encourage students to reach for the highest level of their abilities while allowing students to receive advanced placement and/or college credits.

Department Director Tyler Hodges

Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Average Class Size: 15

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 158

Number of AP Courses Offered: 30

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 53%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

  • Learning Center
  • Learning Differences Support
  • Writing Center
  • ADD/ADHD Support

English

  • Classics
  • Creative Writing
  • Honors
  • Literature
  • Poetry
  • Public Speaking
  • Composition
  • Journalism
  • AP English Language
  • AP English Literature
  • American Literature

History

  • European History
  • Honors
  • United States History
  • World History
  • Art History

Foreign Languages

    Humanities / Social Sciences

    • Economics
    • Psychology
    • Human Geography

    Sciences

    • Anatomy
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Environmental Science
    • Health
    • Marine Biology
    • Physical Science
    • Physics
    • Life Science
    • Computer Science
    • Robotics
    • Psychology

    Math

      Computer Studies

      • Computer Applications
      • Computer Programming
      • Computer Science
      • Web Design
      • Robotics
      • Digital Media
      • Video Game Design

      Music

      • Band
      • Choral Music

      Performing / Visual Arts

        Special Programs

        • Community Service
        • Exchange Programs
        • Personal Finance
        • Independent Study
        • Physical Education
        • Robotics
        • Public Speaking
        • Student Council
        • Maker Space

        Campus Life

        Dorm Life

        Number of Dorms: 1

        Average Students Per Dorm: 75

        Number of Girls Dorms: 0

        Number of Boys Dorms: 0

        Dorm Amenities

        • Game Room
        • Laundry Facilities
        • Lounge
        • Vending Machines
        • Wireless Internet
        • Refrigerator

        Other Dorm Amenities

        Student Life

        For our boarding students, Bolles is a second home. With boarders in grades 9-12 from more than 25 countries, the program offers diversity and a sense of family that enhances the Bolles experience.

        Facilities

        • All-Weather Track
        • Baseball Field
        • Basketball Court
        • Fitness Center
        • Football Field
        • Indoor Basketball Court
        • Pool
        • Technology Center
        • Volleyball Court
        • Softball Diamond
        • Soccer Field
        • Tennis Courts
        • Dance Studio
        • Weight Room
        • Athletic Fields
        • Outdoor Track
        • Waterfront
        • Turf Fields
        • Rowing Facility
        • Lacrosse Field

        Other Facilities

        Clubs & Organizations

        • Asian Club
        • Astronomy Club
        • Chess Club
        • Community Service
        • Computer Club
        • Debate Club
        • Diversity Club
        • Dorm Proctors
        • Environmental Club
        • FCA
        • Foreign Language Clubs
        • Future Business Leaders of America
        • Habitat for Humanity
        • Honor Council
        • Horseback Riding
        • International Club
        • Investment Club
        • Jewish Student Organization
        • Literary Magazine
        • Math Club
        • Mock Trial
        • Model UN
        • National Honor Society
        • Newspaper
        • Peer Counseling
        • Peer Tutoring
        • Photography Club
        • Quiz Bowl
        • SADD
        • Science Bowl
        • Student Activities
        • Student Government
        • Student Publications
        • Theater Club
        • Weightlifting Club
        • Yearbook
        • Yoga Club
        • Young Democrats
        • Young Republicans
        • Robotics
        • Film Club
        • GSA

        Arts & Athletics

        Summary: The Bolles School Athletic Program has produced 150 team state titles with 97 state runner-up finishes in 17 different sports, along with 517 team district titles in 24 different sports. Bolles has also won 60 Independent Middle School Conference championships since joining the conference in 2007. The swimming and diving program has claimed 18 national titles - 9 in girls' swimming and 9 in boys' swimming, along with 8 national runner-up finishes for boys' swimming and 1 in girls' swimming.

        Arts Department Director: Laura Rippel

        Athletics Department Director: Matt Morris

        Notable Achievements: Since 1972 Bolles has had a total of 63 swimmers represented at each Olympics. Winner of Florida All-Sports Award for 41 years. 85% students active in 100+ performances yearly.

        Arts

          Interscholastic Sports

          • Baseball
          • Basketball
          • Cheerleading
          • Crew
          • Cross Country Running
          • Diving
          • Football
          • Golf
          • Lacrosse
          • Soccer
          • Softball
          • Swimming
          • Tennis
          • Track and Field
          • Volleyball
          • Weight Lifting
          • Wrestling

          Recreational Sports

          Graduates

          College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

          Auburn: 15
          University of Florida: 68
          Florida State University: 51
          University of Miami: 11
          University of North Florida: 12
          University of Virginia: 11
          University of Mississippi: 12
          Wake Forest: 14

          Notable Alumni

          Caroline Barlow

          Class of 2007

          2010 Rhodes Scholar and US Naval Academy Brigade Commander

          Jackie Crosby

          Class of 1979

          1985 Pulitzer Prize winner in journalism

          Chipper Jones

          Class of 1990

          7-time Major League Baseball All-Star with the Atlanta Braves 1999 MVP 1995 World Champion

          Joseph Kittinger

          Class of 1946

          US Air Force pilot performed highest and fastest skydive over 100 000 fee as key member of Project Excelsior

          Ryan Murphy

          Class of 2013

          2016 3-time Olympic gold medal swimmer

          Kevin Sack

          Class of 1977

          2003 Pulitzer Prize winner in journalism

          Joseph Schooling

          Class of 2014

          2016 Olympic gold medal swimmer

          George Scribner

          Class of 1970

          Artist Director and Imagineer with Disney

          Travis Tygart

          Class of 1989

          CEO United States Anti-Doping Agency

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          Vital Information

          Student Body Type: Coed

          Total Boarding: 73

          Total Day: 1,547

          Total Enrollment: 1,620

          Boys: 829

          Girls: 791

          Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

          Day Grades Offered: K-12

          School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School, Post-grad

          Dress Code: Formal

          Applications Accepted: SAO

          Application Deadline: January 27th

          Tuition & Financial Aid

          7-Day Boarding: $60,790

          5-Day Boarding: N/A

          Day Tuition Fee: $29,770

          Need-Based Aid: Offered

          Payment Plans: Offered

          Students Receiving Aid: 16%

          Average Awarded: $15,213

          School Finances

          Merit Scholarships: Not Offered

          Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

          Average Merit Scholarship: $

          Current Endowment Amount: $23,200,000

          Contact

          7400 San Jose Boulevard

          Jacksonville, Florida United States

          904 256 5030

          Director of Admissions: Kila McCann

          Admissions Phone: 904 256 5030

          Fax: 904 739 9929

          Email: [email protected]

          Website: http://www.bolles.org

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          School Events

          The Bolles School Open House:

          Friday Feb 05 2021 - Friday Feb 05 2021

          10:00:00am - 11:30:00am

          Seeing Bolles during the school day opens your eyes to the possibilities and infinite opportunities available to your son or daughter. It also allows your child to experience first-hand the kind and nurturing environment at Bolles - something mere words could never do.

          The Bolles School Open House:

          Friday Mar 19 2021 - Friday Mar 19 2021

          10:00:00am - 11:30:00am

          Seeing Bolles during the school day opens your eyes to the possibilities and infinite opportunities available to your son or daughter. It also allows your child to experience first-hand the kind and nurturing environment at Bolles - something mere words could never do.

          The Bolles School Open House:

          Friday Apr 09 2021 - Friday Apr 09 2021

          10:00:00am - 11:30:00am

          Seeing Bolles during the school day opens your eyes to the possibilities and infinite opportunities available to your son or daughter. It also allows your child to experience first-hand the kind and nurturing environment at Bolles - something mere words could never do.

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