Grand River Academy

3042 College Street
Austinburg, OH 44010

Grand River Academy Photo #1 - Students on campus.

Grand River Academy Photo #5 - Productive Growth Center

By changing your son's environment, Grand River Academy helps him to activate his potential.

As an all-boys college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 8 - 12 and a post-graduate year, GRA prepares high school boys who can benefit from a highly structured, personalized, academic and social boarding environment for acceptance into college.

Quick Stats (2023)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 114 students
Yearly Tuition: $49,500
Acceptance rate: 71%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Grand River Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 8-12

Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1831

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

114 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

65%

Average Class Size

8 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average SAT score

1150

Average ACT score

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Link to Matriculation Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Dress Pants, Dress Shirt, Tie

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$49,500

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Day Student Tuition is $10,000

% on Financial Aid

25%

Acceptance Rate

71%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Mr. Austin Farber

Admissions Associate

Colton Zampelli

Endowment Size

$2 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Anime Club, Community Service, Philanthropy Club, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Photography Class

School Notes

Grand River Academy was founded in 1831 and is located on over 150 acres in Austinburg, Ohio, less than one hour east of Cleveland. GRA is a close-knit and supportive community featuring a 360 degree approach to developing the total young man: academically, emotionally, and socially.
We not only prepare our students for college - proven by our 100% college placement rate - but we also prepare them to be well-rounded people and contributing citizens for the rest of their lives.
At GRA, we encourage students to be themselves and provide the structure and opportunities for them to become happier, more self-aware, and productive.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Grand River Academy cost?

Grand River Academy's tuition is approximately $49,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Grand River Academy?

The acceptance rate of Grand River Academy is 71%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. Grand River Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Ohio with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Grand River Academy offer?

Grand River Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Grand River Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is Grand River Academy's ranking?

Grand River Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Grand River Academy?

The application deadline for Grand River Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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