The Agnes Irwin School
Tel:
(610) 525-8400
- The Agnes Irwin School is a nationally recognized all-girls' independent college preparatory school for PreK-grade 12 that offers a rigorous academic program, coupled with competitive sports and diverse visual and performing arts.
- Agnes Irwin combines current educational thinking and practices with the traditional values of a liberal arts education.
- Our mission is to empower girls to learn, to lead, and to live a legacy.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 587 students
- Yearly Tuition: $39,250
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 4 / rolling
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The Agnes Irwin School places among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- SAT Score Highest average SAT score
- ACT Score Highest average ACT score
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Coalition of Girls National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS) Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
| Year Founded | 1869 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 587 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 15% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 123 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 69% |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average SAT score | 1330 |
| Average ACT score | 31 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 4 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $39,250 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuitions vary by grade/division, starting at $20,700 for PK and ending with Upper School at $39,750. No additional required fees. |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $22,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | A. Randol |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
School Notes
- Our Center for the Advancement of Girls (C.A.G.) focuses - through research, innovative programming and community engagement - on fostering the development of healthy, influential and fulfilling lives for the next generation of women. The Center`s work encompasses Agnes Irwin's vision for the education of girls in the 21st century - emphasizing four domains of girls` lives that are important to their healthy development: leadership identity, global citizenship, wellness, and 21st century skills such as critical thinking, collaboration and problem solving.
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School Reviews
| 5 My girls love this school and jump out of the car each morning excited to see their teachers and friends. AIS has the perfect balance of a nurturing environment and excellent education. - Posted by Parent - AIS mom |
| 5 I have a few daughters at this school and am constantly amazed at the warmth and endless support from the faculty. Each teacher goes above and beyond to help educate my girls in the best way possible to their individual needs and learning styles. I see my girls developing into intelligent, kind, mindful, thoughtful and happy girls. I attribute this development to this amazing school. - Posted by Parent - Parent |
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