The Church Farm School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Top Ranked PA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 147 students
Yearly Tuition: $55,440
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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The Church Farm School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Church Farm School
9	37
10	38
11	33
12	39

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Year Founded

1918

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Campus Size

150 acres

Student Body

Total Students

147 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

10 students

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

FrenchLiterature

SpanishUS History

Average SAT score

1200

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

collared shirt, slacks/khakis, non athletic shoes

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$55,440

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% on Financial Aid

90%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$30,000

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Associate

Martina McPhail

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$170 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Track and FieldWinter Track

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

15 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Bible ClubDECA Club

Film Enthusiasts ClubGreenhouse Club

GSDA ClubHonor Council

Investment ClubMulticultural Club

Robotics ClubStudent Ambassadors

Student Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubBand and Guitar Club

CFS Choir and CFS SingersTheatre Club

School Notes

Church Farm School is a private boarding and day school for boys in grades 9-12 in the Episcopal tradition located on 150 beautiful acres in Exton, PA. Since 1918, CFS has been offering its exemplary college preparatory education at an accessible cost to families who want their sons to become well-rounded, civic-minded young men within a small, supportive community.
All graduates matriculate to leading colleges and universities, including Brown, Yale, Williams, Lehigh and Johns Hopkins.
Come see why Architectural Digest named CFS "The Most Beautiful Private High School in Pennsylvania" in 2018 by scheduling a visit today at www.gocfs.net!.

School Motto: Inspiring Boys – Fulfilling Dreams
School Mascot: Griffin

Every boy at Church Farm School is chosen for his potential to grow as an impactful leader. Our community is very diverse, with students coming from across the country and around the world. Students gain the type of cultural competence needed to be successful adults; our young men bring the world to Church Farm School.
Central to Church Farm School is the boarding experience. Our residential character extends far beyond our 10 cottages and 150-acre campus. It influences every aspect of life here, fostering common experiences in our dorms, on our athletic fields and in our chapel services. Our teachers reside with their families on or near campus, and participate fully in the life of the school-and the lives of our boys.
The school`s 75 exceptional faculty and staff members guide 140 students through a rigorous curriculum that fosters outstanding academic development, with a strong focus on STEM and ethical leadership. Students also experience a full program of athletic, artistic and spiritual activities that create a caring, close community. Our class size averages 10 students, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 5-1.
Church Farm School students are going on to do great things with their lives-100% of our graduates are accepted into leading four-year colleges and universities. We hope you will take a closer look at Church Farm School.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Church Farm School cost?

The Church Farm School's tuition is approximately $55,440 for private students.

What sports does The Church Farm School offer?

The Church Farm School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Winter Track and Wrestling.

What is The Church Farm School's ranking?

The Church Farm School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Church Farm School?

The application deadline for The Church Farm School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Chester County, PA is $23,751 for elementary schools and $33,028 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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