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School Overview

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Overall
A+
Matriculation A
Academics A
Extracurriculars A
Community A
Reviews A
The Hill School was founded in 1851 by the Rev. Matthew Meigs as the Family Boarding School for Boys and Young Men. The School opened on May 1, 1851, enrolling 25 boys for the first year. The Family Boarding School was the first of its kind in America. According to John Chancellor’s The History of The Hill, “He [Meigs] wanted to stress that he was not founding still another academy, but a type of school quite new and rare in America. There is a tendency to think that the boys’ boarding school as we know it existed as long as there have been private schools. It has not. Most of the 12 to 15 schools generally considered the “core” group were established in the last half of the nineteenth century…Of this whole group of schools, The Hill was the first to be founded as a family boarding school
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$72,390
Enrollment
539
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
66%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$163 million
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1327
Average ACT Score
26.6
Class Size
11
Boarding %
17

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1
#8 University of Pennsylvania 4
#9 Duke University 2
#9 Johns Hopkins University 2
#9 Northwestern University 2
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#13 Dartmouth College 1
#14 Brown University 1
#17 Cornell University 1

AP Scores

(2022)
79%
12%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(16)
Biology
Calculus AB
French Language and Culture
Latin
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Calculus AB
French Language and Culture
Latin
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Chinese Language and Culture
English Language and Composition
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States History
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Computer Science Principles
Physics 1
United States Government and Politics
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Sports

(18)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Fencing
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Water Polo
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(48)
Action AIDS
Archaelogy Club
Asian Cultural
BBQ Club
Chamber Ensemble
Chamber Orchestra
Action AIDS
Archaelogy Club
Asian Cultural
BBQ Club
Chamber Ensemble
Chamber Orchestra
Chapel Committee
Chess Club
Community Service Group
Ellis Theater Guild
Fine Woodworking Club
Fly Fishing Club
Food Club
French Club
Glee Club
Guitar Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Hill Athletic Association
Hilltone Trebles
Hilltones
Honor Council
International Culture Exchange
Jazz Ensemble
Math & Computer Club
Model United Nations
Operation Smile
PDS Teaching Assistants
Peer Counseling Group
Pep Band
RAM Radio
Reception Committee
Recycling Club
Rock Band
Sailing Club
Skateboarding Club
Ski Club
Spanish Club
Speech & Debate Club
Stock Exchange Club
Student Activites Committee
Student Government Association
Student Prefects
Tech Support Group
The Dial (yearbook)
The Hill News (newspaper)
The Record (literary journal)
Young Democrats
Young Republicans
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Arts

(14)
Dance
Jazz
Music
Orchestra
Theater
Vocal
Dance
Jazz
Music
Orchestra
Theater
Vocal
2D Design
3D Design
Art History
Drawing
Film Production
Photography
Studio Art
Woodworking
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Contact Info

http://www.thehill.org
717 East High Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
610-326-1000
admission@thehill.org
Pennsylvania

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12, PG
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1851
Campus Size: 200 acres
Boarding Rate: 17%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/31
Interview: Skype, On Campus, International Admission Visits
School Code:
TOEFL: 8078
SSAT: 3898
ISEE: 395663
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Hill School

Tell me a bit about The Hill School.
The Hill School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1851 , and currently has about 539 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.thehill.org.
Does The Hill School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Hill School is offering 16 AP courses.

In recent years, 79 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

The Hill School also have 66% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Hill School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 25% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 12.86% go to top 25, and about 5.71% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Hill School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Hill 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 The Hill School?
The total fee for The Hill School in 2024 is $72,390 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 admission@thehill.org .
Where is The Hill School located?
The Hill School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 32 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Hill School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Hill School is among the most popular schools, within top 39 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Hill School has been favorited by 822 users.
How do I complete an application for The Hill School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Hill School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Hill School’s official site: http://www.thehill.org or call them at 610-326-1000.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Hill School?
Yes, here are few: Church Farm School, Perkiomen School and The Phelps School.

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

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

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Nearby City

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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