Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School

Miss Phelps' Preparatory School offers a unique and flexible program for girls in grades 9 through 12 that balances the strong academic rigor and the character development - cultivating service and leadership skills needed for success while preparing them for their post high school programs.
We offer smaller class sizes with a student to teacher ration of 8:1 for in person classes and a 1:1 ratio for asynchronous classes, a variety of AP courses, lots of exciting electives, mentorships, and student designed service learning projects.
We offer a full boarding program and a day program that includes extracurriculars, clubs, and more!

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
2024
Summer School Offered
Yes
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
Yes
Rolling Enrollment
Yes
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Computer Science, AP Environmental Science, AP Government, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy Blue cardigan, khaki pant, white oxford, plaid skirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Our tuition for day students is $29,000, and our boarding tuition is $79,000. Additional fees apply based on program. We offer financial assistance depending on financial need.
Summer Program Cost
$10,000
Summer Program Cost Notes
Our summer program fee is for boarding students does not include travel fees.
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Vasiliki Brodeur

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Lead4Change

Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Theater

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Competitive Equestrian Team, Non competitive Equestrian, Yoga

School Notes

  • Our mission is to educate and empower young women to meet the challenges before them through scholarship and athletics, preparing them for their futures. We seek to inspire them to pursue the highest standards of intellectual and personal development, and we are committed to supporting their passions, which spark curiosity and a love of learning.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School cost?
Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $29,000 for private students and $10,000 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School is 75%, which is higher than the national average of 70%.
What sports does Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School offer?
Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Dance and Equestrian.
When is the application deadline for Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Ms. Phelps' Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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