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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A+
Extracurriculars A
Community A+
Reviews A
With a beautiful campus and a distinguished history dating back to 1864, Peddie has long been recognized as one of the nation's finest boarding schools. Noted for its distinctive programs dedicated to academics, athletics, arts and residential life, Peddie provides a rigorous academic experience mixing tradition with innovation while focusing on the education of the whole child. Peddie's faculty is recognized for encouraging and inspiring bright and enthusiastic students to reach for new levels of achievement in an unusually friendly, genuinely supportive and remarkably diverse community.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$75,700
Enrollment
533
International Students
18%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
73%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$451 million
AP
20
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
12
Boarding %
60

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2021-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#3 Harvard College 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#7 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 Duke University 1 +
#10 Northwestern University 1 +
LAC #2 Amherst College 1 +

AP Scores

(2023)
Number of students who took AP tests
181
94%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(20)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chinese Language and Culture
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chinese Language and Culture
Environmental Science
European History
French Language and Culture
Music Theory
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
Studio Art: Drawing
Latin
Physics 1
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
English Literature and Composition
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Sports

(13)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(47)
Academic Advancements
Amnesty International
Artivism
Book Club
Botany/Gardening Club
Chess Club
Academic Advancements
Amnesty International
Artivism
Book Club
Botany/Gardening Club
Chess Club
Chinese Culture Club
Computer Science Club
Creative Writing Club
Debate Club
Desi Club
Digital Art Club
Feminist Club
Film Club
Food Club
For Girls
Hwa Magazine
Japanese Culture Club
Late Night at Peddie
Lettuce Club
Life Sciences
Marine Club
Marty Lyons Foundation Club
Math Club
Medicine at Peddie
Mental Health Club
Neurodivergent Student Alliance (NSA)
Nutrition Club
Origami Club
Peddie Spirit Club
Philosophy Club
Poetry Club
Quiz Bowl
Red Cross Club
Screen and Play Writing
Sense for Humanity
Slavic Literature Club
Sneaker Club
Spanish Club
Sports Analytics Club
Star Watch
Taegeuk Club/Korean Culture Club
Terrapin Club
The Agents of Social Change (TASC)
The Volleyball Club
Women In Stem
Young Entrepreneurs Club
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Arts

(16)
Chorus
Improvisation
Music
Music Theory
Musicianship
Production
Chorus
Improvisation
Music
Music Theory
Musicianship
Production
Speech
Theater
Drawing
Painting
Photography
Studio Art
Video
Architecture
Design
Mixed Media
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Contact Info

http://www.peddie.org
201 South Main Street, Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-944-7501
internationalcoordinator@peddie.org
New Jersey

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1864
Campus Size: 280 acres
Boarding Rate: 60%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: SSAT,ISEE,TOEFL,PSAT
School Code:
TOEFL: 8126
SSAT: 5716
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Frequently Ask Questions about Peddie School

Tell me a bit about Peddie School.
Peddie School is Co-ed private boarding school located in New Jersey, US. It was founded 1864 , and currently has about 533 students, 18.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.peddie.org.
Does Peddie School have rigorous academic requirements?
Peddie School is offering 20 AP courses.

Peddie School also have 73% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Peddie School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.93% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 22.45% go to top 25, and about 12.93% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Peddie School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Peddie School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Peddie School?
The total fee for Peddie School in 2024 is $75,700 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at internationalcoordinator@peddie.org .
Where is Peddie School located?
Peddie School is located in the State of New Jersey of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 39 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Peddie School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Peddie School is among the most popular schools, within top 6 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Peddie School has been favorited by 1182 users.
How do I complete an application for Peddie School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Peddie School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Peddie School’s official site: http://www.peddie.org or call them at 609-944-7501.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Peddie School?
Yes, here are few: The Hun School of Princeton, The Lawrenceville School and Princeton International School of Mathematics and Science.

The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Peddie School?
The overall rating for Peddie School is A+.

The section ratings of Peddie School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%
Nearby Airport Philadelphia International Airport

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