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A 5.0 California, US
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School Overview

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Overall
A
Matriculation A+
Academics A+
Extracurriculars A-
Community A
Reviews B
Marlborough School, founded in 1889, is an independent, urban day school serving a diverse group of young women.
The School is committed to delivering a superior college preparatory education in an environment imbued with high ethical values.
Marlborough is dedicated to the philosophy that academic excellence, leadership skills, and confidence flourish best in an environment exclusively devoted to the education of young women.
The Marlborough community enables each student to develop her fullest potential so that she may become an actively engaged global citizen.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$49950
Enrollment
536
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
90%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$24 millions
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1470
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
14

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#3 Harvard College 1 +
#3 Stanford University 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
LAC #1 Williams College 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 Duke University 1 +
#10 Northwestern University 1 +

AP Scores

(2021)
Number of students took AP test
165
Number of tests taken
289

Academics

AP Courses

(17)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
French Language and Culture
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States History
Studio Art: Drawing
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Physics C: Mechanics
Chinese Language and Culture
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Sports

(11)
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(16)
Code violet
Girls4change
Beanies and blankets
ACUTE
Explore LA
Shackelteens advanture club
Code violet
Girls4change
Beanies and blankets
ACUTE
Explore LA
Shackelteens advanture club
Girls go global
Change climate change
Cooking for the community
Singer songwriters
Social justice club
Patent pending
African-American cultural exchange
Marlborough's gay-straight alliance
Exploring Asia together
Organized Latina exchange
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Arts

(13)
Chamber Choir
Dance
Improvisation
Performing
Singing
Theater
Chamber Choir
Dance
Improvisation
Performing
Singing
Theater
Ceramics
Drawing
Filmmaking
Photography
Studio Music
Architecture
Design
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Contact Info

http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx
250 S Rossmore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004
323-964-8450
admissions@marlborough.org
California

Basic Info

All-girls
Day S. Grades: Grades 7-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1889
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 12/01
Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
School Code:
ISEE: 051710
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Frequently Ask Questions about Marlborough School

Tell me a bit about Marlborough School.
Marlborough School is All-girls private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1889 , and currently has about 536 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx.
Does Marlborough School have rigorous academic requirements?
Marlborough School is offering 17 AP courses.

Marlborough School also have 90% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Marlborough School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 16.96% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 40.18% go to top 25, and about 14.29% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Marlborough School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Marlborough School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Marlborough School’s All-girls student?
The total fee for Marlborough School in 2024 is $49,950 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@marlborough.org .
Where is Marlborough School located?
Marlborough School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 8 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Marlborough School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Marlborough School is among the most popular schools, within top 333 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Marlborough School has been favorited by 50 users.
How to start with an application with Marlborough School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Marlborough School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Marlborough School’s official site: http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx or call them at 323-964-8450.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Marlborough School?
Yes, here are few: Christ The King Elementary School, Daniel Murphy Catholic High School and St. Brendan School.

The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Marlborough School?
The overall rating for Marlborough School is A.

The section ratings of Marlborough School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, commonly known as L.A., is the largest city in California and the second most populous in the U.S. It serves as the commercial, financial, and cultural hub of Southern California. With a population of around 3.9 million as of 2020, L.A. is famous for its Mediterranean climate, diverse population, and as the epicenter of the entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood. The city also offers a rich mix of cultural landmarks, including world-class museums, beaches, and a dynamic food scene, making it a global metropolis.
Population (2022) 3,833,995
Cost of Living Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport Los Angeles International Airport

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