Saint Andrew's School

Saint Andrew`s School is a nationally recognized pre-k through grade 12, day and boarding, college preparatory school in Boca Raton, Florida, in southern Palm Beach County. We offer a rigorous, private school curriculum that fosters creative thinking, opportunities to achieve balance, and experiences that build strong character. We are delighted to serve students from over 40 countries of multiple faiths and cultures.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,316 students
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Saint Andrew's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1961
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
1,316 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Saint Andrew's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
28 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1220
Average ACT score
28
Average Percentile SSAT
56%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms in Pre-K-8 and dress code in Upper School.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K 4) $28,075 Day Students - Lower School (K-5) $32,485 Day Students - Middle School (6-8) $36,690 Day Students - Upper School (9-12) $39,710 Boarding Students - Upper School (9-12), includes tuition, room and board $69,300
% on Financial Aid
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$21,000
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Alexandra Tolischus
Admissions Associate
Adena Shriner
Endowment Size
$25 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Cum Laude Society, Fair Trade Club, Model Congress, Model UN, Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society), Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Robotics Team, Round Square, Science National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society (Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica), Student Ambassadors, Student Council

School Notes

  • Our academic curriculum includes 46 Honors level courses, 24 Advanced Placement (AP)offerings, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
  • At Saint Andrew's School, we are proudto offer 19 different sports and 65 different teams between our High School and Middle School including swimming, tennis, and soccer.
  • We are quite proud that85%of the senior class was admitted to a U.S. college ranked as"Most Competitive"or"Highly Competitive" in Barron`s Guide to Colleges. Over 70 students reported earning more than $10 million in merit-based scholarships from different colleges and universities.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Morgan Pressel - LPGA Tour member
    • Vincent Spadea - Former professional tennis player
    • Corina Maorairu - Former professional tennis player
    • Tinsley Ellis - Blues artist
    • Kevin Steele - District Attorney, Pennsylvania
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Saint Andrew's School?
The acceptance rate of Saint Andrew's School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Saint Andrew's School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Saint Andrew's School?
Saint Andrew's School famous alumni include: Morgan Pressel, Vincent Spadea, Corina Maorairu, Tinsley Ellis and Kevin Steele.
Does Saint Andrew's School offer a summer program?
Yes, Saint Andrew's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Saint Andrew's School offer?
Saint Andrew's School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Saint Andrew's School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is Saint Andrew's School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Saint Andrew's School?
The application deadline for Saint Andrew's School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,316 students
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Boca Raton, FL is $15,198 for elementary schools and $17,652 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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