School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
A-
Matriculation
A
Academics
B+
Extracurriculars
B+
Community
A+
Reviews
A-
Abington Friends School is a coeducational Quaker, college-preparatory school serving students from preschool through 12th grade. AFS is committed to achieving the critical balance between academic rigor and joy in learning. Founded in 1697, AFS develops the talents of each individual child, delivers the academic foundation required for success at the nation's top colleges and universities and emphasizes moral and spiritual development. AFS is known for its extraordinary arts program and atmosphere of collaboration as well as a full spectrum of curricular and co-curricular offerings. The AFS mission is founded on the conviction that a complete education couples clarity and power of thought with goodness of spirit.
We invite you to explore our website, come for a visit, and discover for yourself why AFS is such a venerable educational institution.
We invite you to explore our website, come for a visit, and discover for yourself why AFS is such a venerable educational institution.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$51,850
Enrollment
600
International Students
12%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
76%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$5 million
AP
10
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
25.5
Class Size
13
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2022)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 |
| Art #1 | School of the Art Institute of Chicago | 1 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 |
| #3 | Harvard College | 1 |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 |
| #3 | Stanford University | 1 |
| #3 | Yale University | 1 |
| Art #4 | Maryland Institute College of Art | 1 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2019)Number of tests taken
142
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(10)|
Spanish Language and Culture
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science Principles
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Statistics
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science Principles
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Statistics
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Wrestling
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Arts
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Band
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Chorus
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Theater
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Band
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Chorus
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Theater
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Ceramics
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Computer Graphic
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Drawing
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Painting
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Abington Friends School
Tell me a bit about Abington Friends School.
Abington Friends School is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1697 , and currently has about 600 students, 12.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.abingtonfriends.net.
For more official information, please visit http://www.abingtonfriends.net.
Does Abington Friends School have rigorous academic requirements?
Abington Friends School is offering 10 AP courses.
In recent years, 27 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Abington Friends School also have 76% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 27 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Abington Friends School also have 76% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Abington Friends School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 7.73% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 14.49% go to top 25, and about 3.86% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Abington Friends School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Abington Friends School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Abington Friends School?
The day tuition for Abington Friends School in 2024 is
$51,850 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jupmeyer@abingtonfriends.net .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jupmeyer@abingtonfriends.net .
Where is Abington Friends School located?
Abington Friends School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 10 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Abington Friends School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Abington Friends School is among the most popular schools, within top 138 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Abington Friends School has been favorited by 185 users.
Also Abington Friends School has been favorited by 185 users.
How do I complete an application for Abington Friends School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Abington Friends School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Abington Friends School’s official site: http://www.abingtonfriends.net or call them at 215-576-3950.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Abington Friends School’s official site: http://www.abingtonfriends.net or call them at 215-576-3950.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Abington Friends School?
Yes, here are few:
St. Basil Academy, St. Luke The Evangelist School and Bishop McDevitt High School (Wyncote).
The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
The closest major city is Philadelphia. You can find out more schools near Philadelphia here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Abington Friends School?
The overall rating for Abington Friends School is A-.
The section ratings of Abington Friends School are:
A for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Abington Friends School are:
A for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
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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