Moravian Academy Upper School
Tel:
(610) 691-1600
- Moravian Academy is a church-related school whose Moravian tradition affirms that young people best realize their potential in an atmosphere of love and understanding.
- We seek to promote the child's full development in mind, body, and spirit.
- Since 1742 the school has encouraged sound innovations to meet contemporary challenges while recognizing the permanence of basic human values.
- At Moravian Academy, "Mind, Body, Spirit" permeates both our historic Church Street Campus and the Merle-Smith Campus where our upper school is located.
- We provide a strong academic foundation in preparation for college work.
- We help students develop self-respect, dignity, and a concern and respect for others.
- We promote creativity and an appreciation of aesthetic values. We also students to develop their physical skills and encourage positive attitudes about health and fitness.
- We engage students in experiences that will develop maturity, independence, adaptability, integrity, and love of learning.
- We encourage students and their parents to recognize their responsibilities in the educational process and demonstrate their commitment to the purposes and goals of Moravian Academy.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 407 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Moravian Academy Upper School places among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association |
| Religious Affiliation | Brethren |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 407 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 16% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 34 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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School Reviews
| 5 We sent our children to Moravian school until eight grade. We liked the academics and the values and both kids did, too. Both of our children then went on to larger independent high schools, but learned terrific study skills at Moravian. - Posted by Parent - vicil |
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