University School
Tel:
(216) 831-2200
University School is a boys' school by design We believe boys thrive in an environment that understands how they learn best and responds accordingly with a developmentally appropriate curriculum and school culture.
The US faculty and staff understand, appreciate and celebrate the uniqueness of boys.
We are committed to developing decent and kind young men as well as capable scholars.
Throughout his years at US, each boy learns to take responsibility for himself, his classmates and the school. Even the youngest boys take turns setting the lunch table and clearing the family-style meal.
Older boys accept responsibility for maintaining the school and its grounds.
Our goal is to nurture young men as skilled in service as in leadership, who are both creative problem-solvers and compassionate human beings.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 824 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,300
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
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University School places among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
- Category Attribute
- SAT Score Highest average SAT score
- ACT Score Highest average ACT score
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) International Boys' Schools Coalition |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1890 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 824 students |
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| % Students of Color | 32% State avg.: 19% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 125 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 84% |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 16 courses |
| Average SAT score | 1380 |
| Average ACT score | 30 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $32,300 |
| % on Financial Aid | 40% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,000 |
| Endowment Size | $76 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling, |
School Notes
- University School is a boys' school by design. We believe boys thrive in an environment that understands how they learn best and responds accordingly with a developmentally appropriate curriculum and school culture. The US faculty and staff understand, appreciate and celebrate the uniqueness of boys. We are committed to developing decent and kind young men as well as capable scholars. Throughout his years at US, each boy learns to take responsibility for himself, his classmates and the school. Even the youngest boys take turns setting the lunch table and clearing the family-style meal. Older boys accept responsibility for maintaining the school and its grounds. Our goal is to nurture young men as skilled in service as in leadership, who are both creative problem-solvers and compassionate human beings.
20701 Brantley Road
Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122
GRADES Junior K-8
Phone: 216-321-8260
HUNTING VALLEY CAMPUS
2785 SOM Center Road
Hunting Valley, Ohio 44022
GRADES 9-12
Phone: 216-831-2200
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