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School Overview

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Overall
B-
Matriculation B+
Academics B
Extracurriculars C
Community B-
Reviews N/A
The Salisbury School warmly welcomes students from around the world to its scenic 43-acre campus on Maryland's picturesque rural Eastern Shore, conveniently located within driving distance of Washington, D.C., and New York City. Committed to fostering global education, TSS embraces students from diverse international backgrounds who enhance our classrooms and community with their unique perspectives. At TSS, we believe that the greatest learning happens when you engage with people who think differently from you and thoughtfully consider their viewpoints—because truly great minds thrive on diversity, not conformity.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$18,000
Enrollment
380
International Students
16%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
36%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
AP
13
Average SAT Score
1181
Average ACT Score
24
Class Size
12
Boarding %
16

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#49 Purdue University 1 +
#75 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 +
#104 University of Colorado Boulder 1 +
LAC #22 Vassar College 1 +
#117 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1 +
#117 University of Vermont 1 +
LAC #36 Oberlin College 1 +
Colorado State University 1 +
Goucher College 1 +

AP Scores

(2018-2019)
Number of tests taken
72
23%
22%
35%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(13)
Biology
Physics 1
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
Human Geography
Biology
Physics 1
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
Human Geography
Psychology
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(7)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(18)
Academic Challenge Team
Mu Alpha Theta
All School Read Committee
National Art Honor Society
Computer Science Honor Society
National Chinese Honor Society
Academic Challenge Team
Mu Alpha Theta
All School Read Committee
National Art Honor Society
Computer Science Honor Society
National Chinese Honor Society
GSA
National Honor Society
Cultural Alliance Club
Outdoor Adventure Club
Student Government Association
Science National Honor Society
Green Club/Garden Club
Art Club
Key Club Tri-M Music Honor Society
Literary Magazine Spanish National Honor Society
Mock Trial Yearbook Club
Model UN
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Arts

(4)
Band
Choir
Studio Art
Design

Contact Info

http://www.thesalisburyschool.org/page
6279 Hobbs Rd, Salisbury, MD 21804
410-742-4464
info@thesalisburyschool.org
Maryland

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Prek-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1970
Campus Size: 43 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Interview: Skype, Zoom
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Salisbury School

Tell me a bit about The Salisbury School.
The Salisbury School is Co-ed private day school located in Maryland, US. It was founded 1970 , and currently has about 380 students, 16.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.thesalisburyschool.org/page.
Does The Salisbury School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Salisbury School is offering 13 AP courses.

In recent years, 22 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

The Salisbury School also have 36% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Salisbury School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2024, some students attended Purdue University, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, University of Colorado Boulder, Vassar College and University of South Carolina: Columbia.
What is the application requirement for The Salisbury School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Salisbury 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 The Salisbury School?
The day tuition for The Salisbury School in 2024 is $18,000 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 info@thesalisburyschool.org .
Where is The Salisbury School located?
The Salisbury School is located in the State of Maryland of USA.
How popular is The Salisbury School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Salisbury School is within top 20000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

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

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Salisbury School’s official site: http://www.thesalisburyschool.org/page or call them at 410-742-4464.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Salisbury School?
Yes, here are few: St. Thomas More Academy - DE, The King's Christian Academy and Saints Peter & Paul High School.

What is the FindingSchool rating for The Salisbury School?
The overall rating for The Salisbury School is B-.

The section ratings of The Salisbury School are:
B+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
C for Extracurriculum
B- for Community

Nearby City

Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore is a historic city in Maryland, known for its significant role as a major seaport. Located at the mouth of the Inner Harbor, the city is home to Fort McHenry, where the U.S. national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was penned. The Inner Harbor today features a vibrant mix of shops, seafood restaurants, and attractions like the USS Constellation, a Civil War-era warship, and the National Aquarium, which hosts a diverse array of marine life. Baltimore’s rich cultural and maritime heritage continues to attract visitors year-round.
Population (2022) 636,919
Cost of Living Higher than average 9%
Nearby Airport Baltimore-Washington International Airport
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