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Greenwood Friends School

Greenwood Friends School offers an educational environment where each child's unique gifts are nurtured and the Friends' principles of integrity, equality, community, simplicity, and peace are fostered.
Greenwood Friends School is an educational community in which students, teachers, and parents value learning, sharing, and living joyfully within a a challenging and supportive environment. Each child is welcomed and valued as a unique individual in this community.
Friends recognize "that of God" in each person, and this principle is central to our philosophy of educating hearts as well as minds.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 49 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,300
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Greenwood Friends School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Pre-Primary=$4150 (3 full days) Grs 5-8=$9650
% on Financial Aid
38%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,680
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Mathletes


Arts and Music Programs:
Music

School Notes

  • School Motto: Simplicity. Peace. Integrity. Community. Equality. Stewardship.
  • Greenwood Friends School gives students the unique opportunity for hands-on, project based learning everyday. Students often work in mixed-age groups so that children can develop their gifts and talents in a collaborative setting. Students learn to work independently, as well, but always with respect for others in their learning community. Greenwood has a long tradition of valuing music and the arts which are all integrated into daily activities and long-term projects.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Greenwood Friends School cost?
Greenwood Friends School's tuition is approximately $9,300 for private students.
What schools are Greenwood Friends School often compared to?
Greenwood Friends School is often viewed alongside schools like Columbia County Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Greenwood Friends School?
The acceptance rate of Greenwood Friends School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Greenwood Friends School?
The application deadline for Greenwood Friends School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 49 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,300
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,057 for elementary schools and $19,052 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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