MMI Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 209 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,930
Acceptance rate: 64%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Jun. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

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MMI Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	MMI Preparatory School
6	21
7	21
8	33
9	37
10	42
11	26
12	29

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Year Founded

1879

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Student Body

Total Students

209 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

64%

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average SAT score

1254

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Business professional

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / Jun. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,930

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for 6th grade in 2020-2021 is 14040. Tuition above is for grades 7-12.

% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$8,200

Acceptance Rate

64%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Marci Hosier

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

18 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

BotballChess Club

Chinese National Honor SocietyDrama Club

EnvirothonFuture Business Leaders of America

German National Honor SocietyInteract Club

Math National Honor SocietyMathCounts

National Art Honor SocietyNational Honor Society

National Junior Honor SocietyPennsylvania Junior Academy of Science

Science National Honor SocietySki Club

Spanish National Honor Society

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Arts and Music Programs:

Chamber Orchestra

School Notes

Founded in 1879, MMI Preparatory School is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students in grades 6 through 12.
The MMI campus is located in a culturally and economically diverse area of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Conveniently situated near major Interstate Routes 80 and 81, MMI draws students from the Greater Hazleton, Greater Wilkes-Barre, and Bloomsburg areas, as well as the Pocono Mountain region.
Our mission at MMI is to provide area students with a comprehensive and inspiring 6th through 12th grade college preparatory program that maximizes each individual's academic, social and character potential in preparation for success in college and beyond.

MMI is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational private preparatory school serving students in grades 6-12. Our mission is to provide a college preparatory environment that fosters academic achievement, personal growth and a commitment to community service through development of intellectual inquiry, critical thinking and sound judgment. MMI offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum that prepares students for the rigors of college life by instilling good study habits and encouraging success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does MMI Preparatory School cost?

MMI Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $15,930 for private students and $150 for summer students.

What schools are MMI Preparatory School often compared to?

MMI Preparatory School is often viewed alongside schools like Wyoming Seminary Upper School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of MMI Preparatory School?

The acceptance rate of MMI Preparatory School is 64%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. MMI Preparatory School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.

What sports does MMI Preparatory School offer?

MMI Preparatory School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is MMI Preparatory School's ranking?

MMI Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for MMI Preparatory School?

The application deadline for MMI Preparatory School is Feb. 1 / Jun. 1.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Luzerne County, PA is $11,700 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Luzerne County, PA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).