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The Orme School Of Arizona

Hc 63 Box 3040 1000 Orme School Road, Mayer, AZ, 86333-0863 -

School Notes Overview:

In a Southwestern, college-preparatory environment, The Orme School develops sound character, intellectual growth and curiosity, and an appreciation of our diverse cultural heritage and natural environment. The nurturing of each student's physical, aesthetic, and spiritual life is emphasized through high expectations and a strong sense of personal and community responsibility. Established in 1929, the School is located on a 26,000-acre working ranch in the Arizona high country, an area of immensely striking natural beauty. The Orme School is a dynamic community for teachers and students who share a passion for academic excellence, outdoor adventure and personal challenge. We are proud that 100 percent of our graduates are accepted to institutes of higher learning....

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School Overview:

	The Orme School Of Arizona
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools North Central Accreditation The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 6 - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year	Yes
Learning Differences Supported	Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded	1929
County	Yavapai County, AZ
Student Body
Total Students	123 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(AZ) School Avg.
% Students of Color	33%	31%
Students by Grade
	Grade 6 - 1 students
	Grade 7 - 3 students
	Grade 8 - 5 students
	Grade 9 - 16 students
	Grade 10 - 28 students
	Grade 11 - 36 students
	Grade 12 - 34 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	19 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	63%
Average Class Size	14
Number of AP Courses	8
List of Courses Offered	Link to List of Courses
	Advanced Courses
	AP US History	AP Statistics
	AP Spanish	AP Physics
	AP Literature	AP Language
	AP European History	AP Calculus
Average SAT score	1065
Matriculation Data	Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code	Casual (Collared shirts required during academic day)
	This School	(AZ) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:8	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	179 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost	$34,450
Tuition Notes	5 Day/ Week boarding Student Tuition = Day student tuition = $18,900
% on Financial Aid	31%
Average Financial Aid Grant	$18,900
Acceptance Rate	50%
Head of School	Alyce Brownridge
Admissions Director	Mr. Timothy Magill, M.S.
Admissions Associate	Sammi Marshall
Sport
Total Sports Offered	14
	Sports
	Baseball	Basketball
	Cheering	Climbing
	Cross Country	Equestrian
	Football	Mountain Biking
	Rock Climbing	Softball
	Tennis	Track and Field
	Volley Ball	Weightlifting

School Notes:

In a Southwestern, college-preparatory environment, The Orme School develops sound character, intellectual growth and curiosity, and an appreciation of our diverse cultural heritage and natural environment. The nurturing of each student's physical, aesthetic, and spiritual life is emphasized through high expectations and a strong sense of personal and community responsibility. Established in 1929, the School is located on a 26,000-acre working ranch in the Arizona high country, an area of immensely striking natural beauty. The Orme School is a dynamic community for teachers and students who share a passion for academic excellence, outdoor adventure and personal challenge. We are proud that 100 percent of our graduates are accepted to institutes of higher learning.
Profile last updated: 10/17/2009

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (86333)	School Zip (86333)	(AZ) State Average
Population (Approximate)	4,991 people	5,130,874 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	15%	25%
Population Average Age	45 years old	34 years old
Average Household size	2.3 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$29,315	$44,677
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.5 rooms	5.0 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	27 years old	29 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	78% / 22%	62% / 38%