Founded in 1941 and designated a school for gifted children in 1956, Roeper is a highly individualized, inquiry-based coed program, with students from diverse ethnicities, races, and economic backgrounds. Roeper is located on two campuses, the Lower School (Pre-K/5) in Bloomfield Hills and the Middle (6-8) and Upper (9-12) schools in Birmingham. Highlights: Extensive Roeper Home Learning Program with opportunities in academics, the arts, and athletics
AP classes and college preparatory program Community Center, gymnasium, library, and playgrounds
Middle and Upper School campus featuring state-of-the art science and technology labs, black-box theatre, dance studio, Learning Commons, and full-service kitchen and cafe
Integrated college counseling and academic advising program built around each student`s goals
Extensive parent involvement, including parent educational seminars and workshops
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,030
- Acceptance rate: 43%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
AP Courses
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1941
School Calendar
Campus Size
13
Student Body
Total Students
260 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Comparative Government PoliticsAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP French Language and CultureAP Latin
AP Music TheoryAP Physics 1
AP Spanish Language and Culture
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,030
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $31,480 (Middle School) to $36,050 (Upper School).
% on Financial Aid
43%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$12,000
Acceptance Rate
43%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jason McIntosh
Admissions Associate
Brittney Yuille
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Many
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir and Band
School Notes
- The structure of Roeper's curriculum emphasizes conceptual and experiential learning opportunities that facilitate specific goals for individuals in response to their intellectual and personal/social characteristics, needs and interests. The Roeper School`s mission is to maximize the whole potential of gifted students. By providing our educational program, by creating understanding of the needs of gifted students, and by promoting forums for educational research and leadership, we seek to produce graduates who are interested, effective learners, actively involved in understanding their world.
- OurMiddle Schoolserves grades 6-8 and guides students through these challenging years with meaningful academic work, a personalized understanding of each student`s needs, and a steady increase in freedom and responsibility. Students` curiosity and passion are fed with a wide range of electives, including art, music, theatre, sports, forensics, journalism, robotics, world languages, Model UN, and more.
- OurUpper School,serving grades 9-12, is an energetic community with advanced classes and remarkable freedom to make choices and learn from results. Students benefit from access to extensive AP courses, college-level Malone online courses, strong athletic teams, an exceptional arts program, robotics, debate, independent study, college counseling, and senior projects.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kristin Clark Taylor '74 - A former White House communications strategist and the White House Director of Media Relations, is the author of four books published by Random House/Doubleday and Penguin/Berkley.
- Charlie White '05 - Competitive Ice Dancer - Couples: 2014 Olympic Champion, the 2010 Olympic silver medalist, a two-time (2011, 2013) World champion, five-time Grand Prix Final champion (2009–2013), three-time Four Continents champion (2009, 2011, 2013) and six-time U.S. national champion (2009–2014)
- Tiffany Cunningham '94 - United States circuit judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 cost?
FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12's tuition is approximately $34,030 for private students.
What schools are FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 often compared to?
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What is the acceptance rate of FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12?
The acceptance rate of FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 is 43%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12?
FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 famous alumni include: Kristin Clark Taylor '74, Charlie White '05 and Tiffany Cunningham '94.
What sports does FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 offer?
FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12's ranking?
FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12?
The application deadline for FThe Roeper School Grades 6 - 12 is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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