Founded in 1889, The Thacher School is a coeducational boarding high school located 85 miles northwest of Los Angeles, California. The School serves academically talented students who will benefit from a rigorous college preparatory experience.
The faculty and students live and work closely together in a community in which cooperation, trust, honesty, and respect are the cornerstones of school life.
Together, we commit to the belief that demands in the academic classroom, when combined with those of mountains and horses, of sports and the arts, produce independent minds, strong bodies, and powerful character.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Yearly Tuition: $69,980
- Acceptance rate: 10%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Thacher School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Sports offered
School History
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1889
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
259 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 49%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
Average Class Size
11 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1421
Average ACT score
31
Average Percentile SSAT
84%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$69,980
% on Financial Aid
31%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$57,500
Acceptance Rate
10%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Bill McMahon
Admissions Associate
AJ Yates
Endowment Size
$206 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Thacher School cost?
The Thacher School's tuition is approximately $69,980 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Thacher School?
The acceptance rate of The Thacher School is 10%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. The Thacher School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What sports does The Thacher School offer?
The Thacher School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Football, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. The Thacher School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is The Thacher School's ranking?
The Thacher School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for The Thacher School?
The application deadline for The Thacher School is Jan. 15.
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