Perkiomen School

Pennsburg

Pennsylvania

United States

Overview

Perkiomen School’s rigorous academic program is implemented through an innovative educational model combining the best of traditional education with practical skills to thrive in a global community. We inspire our students to risk becoming their best, while providing the support of dedicated faculty, unique experiences, and access to advanced technology, both in and out of the classroom. With the freedom to explore their personal identities and interests, Perkiomen students develop the character, intellect, and courage needed to make their individual goals a reality. Perkiomen School is moving forward, leading and challenging our students to build competency and confidence. More than ever, today’s students need to be lifelong learners with strong core skills like adaptability, creativity, and the ability to recognize opportunities. Perkiomen students are inspired to learn and practice these skills within the Entrepreneur and Medical Institutes. But results materialize only when theory meets application. Without the space to brainstorm, to build, to design, to boldly fail and try again – these skills are just theoretical. Our on-campus Innovation Center and off-site experience partners provide the spaces and places for student discovery. The institutes are an evolution of fulfilling our school mission – to inspire students to risk becoming their best – and a launch point to apply their knowledge to both solve problems and add value in today’s changing world.

Academics

Summary: Perkiomen School offers a superb college preparatory education—from a middle school experience that nurtures independent inquiry, to the latest instructional technology applied in innovative ways. At Perkiomen, we believe that to learn and grow into responsible citizens of the world requires a certain kind of risk, a willingness to face new challenges. Take Mandarin Chinese, try out for a sport you have never played before, or make yourself at home in the Innovation Center. Of course, you may make a mistake or two. Don't be afraid to fail...just be sure you learn from the experience.

Department Director Jonathan Moser

Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1

Average Class Size: 10

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 42

Number of AP Courses Offered: 27

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 70%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Center
Peer Tutoring
Writing Center
ADD/ADHD Support

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Honors
Literature
Poetry

History

Classical History
European History
Honors
Medieval History
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
German
Latin
Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

Ethics
Philosophy
World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics

Sciences

Anatomy
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Health
Physical Science
Physics

Math

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Computer Programming
Computer Science

Music

Band
Choral Music
Composition
Individual Instructions
Music Theory
Orchestra
Voice

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Art History
Ceramics
Dance
Design
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Public Speaking
Sculpture
Studio Art
Theater Arts

Special Programs

Study Abroad
Community Service
Independent Study
Leadership

Distinctive or New Programs

Our Curriculum Challenges Students To Become Inqui

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 4

Average Students Per Dorm: 24

Number of Girls Dorms: 2

Number of Boys Dorms: 2

Dorm Amenities

Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Vending Machines
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Facilities

Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Football Field
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Pool
Pool
Volleyball Court

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

Chess Club
Community Service
Computer Club
Diversity Club
Dorm Proctors
Drama Club
Foreign Language Clubs
Gardening Club
Honor Council
International Club
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Model UN
National Honor Society
Newspaper
Peer Tutoring
Photography Club
Science Bowl
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Theater Club
Weightlifting Club
Yearbook

Arts & Athletics

Summary: Every student at Perkiomen School is involved in after school activities, whether that be through athletics, arts, communications, or any of the other activities offered. Students must participate in at least one term of athletics. In addition to arts and athletics, Perkiomen offers a varied line-up of clubs, community service projects, and other extracurricular options. Leadership opportunities include roles in Student Senate, dorm proctorships, or special experiences such as the chance to travel to a diversity summit with representatives of other schools.

Arts Department Director: Ro Sara

Athletics Department Director: Kendall Baker

Arts

Acting
Art History
Ceramics
Dance
Design
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Public Speaking
Sculpture
Studio Art
Theater Arts

Interscholastic Sports

Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball

Recreational Sports

Ultimate Frisbee
Weight Lifting
Boxing

Graduates

Summary: Perkiomen students go on to achieve success at a range of excellent college and universities in the United States and many other countries. Each year, students submit applications to a wide variety of schools and programs and enroll in the institutions that best fit their academic needs and goals. Perkiomen offers its student the support of a dedicated college counseling program. The hallmark of this program is the truly exceptional degree of personal attention the college counselors are able to provide each student. Our college process begins with the virtue of our school’s motto: Solvitur Vivendo, which means “it is solved by living.” We believe that experience is the best teacher, and that the best preparation for success in college is to enable our students to grow and explore their talents and passions academically and extracurricularly. Being involved and purposeful in their approach to their high school career will stand out to the many colleges and universities that come to Perkiomen to recruit our talented students. Our philosophy extends to helping students find the “right fit” in terms of achieving their post-secondary goals. We offer personal, comprehensive counseling as our students navigate the ever-changing landscape of college admissions. However, we firmly believe that it is the student who must drive this process; which includes self-reflection, goal-setting, and time management. The culmination of this maturation process comes when the student decides what path they will follow after graduation.

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile
75th percentile

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Clarkson University: 1

Arizona State University: 1

Ithaca College: 1

Embry Riddle University: 1

Drexel University: 2

Northeastern University: 2

James Madison University: 1

Penn State University: 4

Rutgers University: 2

USMA, West Point: 11

SUNY - Binghamton: 1

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

Average Merit Scholarship:

Current Endowment Amount: $15,000,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: Coed

Total Boarding: 132

Total Day: 154

Total Enrollment: 286

Boys: 159

Girls: 127

Boarding Grades Offered: 6-12

Day Grades Offered: 6-12

School Type: Middle, High School, Post-grad

Dress Code: Uniform

Applications Accepted: SAO

Application Deadline: February 1st

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $66,200

5-Day Boarding: N/A

Day Tuition Fee: $37,600

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 43%

Average Awarded: $

School Finances