Overview

Established in 1929, The Orme School is a beacon of educational excellence for grades 8-12 and postgraduates. Our co-ed boarding school is nestled within a vast 26,000-acre working cattle ranch featuring a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northern Arizona. Located at 4,000 feet, we enjoy a temperate climate and are surrounded by iconic destinations like Phoenix, Sedona, Prescott, Flagstaff, and the iconic Grand Canyon.
At Orme, we pride ourselves on our immersive 100% boarding model, fostering collaboration, community, and enduring friendships. We are dedicated to nurturing a diverse global community and actively promoting the development of sound character, intellectual curiosity, and scholastic growth. Our mission is to equip students with essential skills and values, preparing them for a successful journey through college and life.
Our commitment to excellence sets us apart, offering a robust curriculum that includes multiple AP courses. With small class sizes, our students thrive, celebrated for their adventurous spirits, dedication, and enthusiasm. With nearly a century of educational expertise, we provide many opportunities, encompassing athletics, horsemanship, arts, an Academic Resource Center, diverse experiential academics, electives, sustainability initiatives, gardening, outdoor adventure, and much more!
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The Orme School With Reviews, Requirements 2024 | FindingSchool

C Boarding
B- Matriculation
B Academics
B- Extracurricular activities
C Community
C Reviews

Boarding Grades: 8-12
Co-ed
Rural
ESL: Yes
Boarding Tuition: $51,500
# of Students: 100
Boarding Rate: 100%
Teacher:Student: 1:4%
International Student: 40%
AP Courses: 14
Endowment: $40,000/stu.
Faculty w/ adv. degree: 75%
SAT: 1188/1600
IB: No
#217

US Boarding School

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Matriculation

Ranking University/College Students
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1
#38 University of California: Davis 1
#38 University of Texas at Austin 1
#42 Tulane University 1
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1
#48 University of Georgia 1
#49 Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1
#49 Purdue University 1
#55 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1
#59 University of Maryland: College Park 1
#63 Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1
LAC #13 Davidson College 1
#68 Texas A&M University 1
#68 University of Massachusetts Amherst 1
#72 Hobart and William Smith Colleges 1
#72 Sarah Lawrence College 1
#75 Baylor University 1
#75 Clemson University 1
#75 Loyola Marymount University 1
#76 Allegheny College 2
#76 Muhlenberg College 1
#81 Beloit College 1
#83 Colorado School of Mines 1
#83 Howard University 2
#83 Michigan State University 1
#83 Stevens Institute of Technology 1
#84 Bennington College 1
SUNY University at Stony Brook 1
#93 University of Denver 1
#94 Augustana College 1
#100 Cornell College 1
#102 Hollins University 1
#103 Drexel University 1
#103 New Jersey Institute of Technology 1
#103 Temple University 1
#103 University of Arizona 1
#103 University of California: Santa Cruz 1
#103 University of Illinois at Chicago 1
#103 University of South Florida 1
#104 University of California: Merced 1
#107 Luther College 1
#107 Whittier College 1
LAC #22 University of Richmond 1
#111 Goucher College 2
Arizona State University 1
#117 Rochester Institute of Technology 1
#120 Hampshire College 1
#127 University of Kentucky 1
#130 Monmouth College 1
#136 University of La Verne 1
#136 University of Nebraska - Lincoln 1
#136 University of Texas at Dallas 2
#137 California State University: Long Beach 1
#137 George Mason University 1
#148 San Diego State University 1
#151 Colorado State University 1
LAC #36 Oberlin College 1
#182 Adelphi University 1
#182 Missouri University of Science and Technology 1
LAC #42 Occidental College 1
#219 Texas Tech University 1
LAC #45 Union College 1
LAC #46 DePauw University 1
#234 Georgia State University 1
#234 Pace University 1
#234 San Francisco State University 1
#234 University of Massachusetts Boston 1
LAC #50 The University of the South 1
#263 Montana State University 1
#317 Northern Arizona University 2
Austin Peay State University 1
Bentley University 1
Cazenovia College 1
College of Southern Maryland 1
Dalhousie University 1
Eastern New Mexico University 1
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Worldwide Campus 1
Grand Canyon University 1
High Point University 2
hult international business school 2
Kennesaw State University 1
McDaniel College 1
Milwaukee School of Engineering 1
Minnesota State University Mankato 1
Mount Mary University 1
New Mexico State University at Carlsbad 1
Northern Virginia Community College 1
Oklahoma City Community College 1
Prescott College 1
Sacramento City College 1
Southern Utah University 1
St. John's University 1
Stetson University 1
SUNY College of Technology at Delhi 1
The King's College 1
Towson University 1
University of Maryland: Baltimore County 1
University of Portland 2
University of Texas at Arlington 1
Vermont Technical College 1
Western Washington University 1
Westfield State University 1
Wheaton College 1
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AP Courses

(Total 14)
Calculus BC
Calculus AB
English Language and Composition
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Biology
Chemistry
Statistics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States Government and Politics
Calculus BC
Calculus AB
English Language and Composition
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Biology
Chemistry
Statistics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States Government and Politics
Spanish Literature and Culture
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Computer Science A
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Sports

(Total 12)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Climbing
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Swimming
Equestrain
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Climbing
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Swimming
Equestrain
Mountain Biking
Weightlifting
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(Total 10)
Caravan
International Club
School Newspaper
Yearbook
Outdoor Adventure
Sustainability
Fine Arts Festival
Leadership
Horsemanship
Culture Credits (off-campus trips)
Caravan
International Club
School Newspaper
Yearbook
Outdoor Adventure
Sustainability
Fine Arts Festival
Leadership
Horsemanship
Culture Credits (off-campus trips)
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Arts

(Total 10)
Guitar
Production
Voice
Ceramics
Digital Music
Printmaking
Studio Art
3D Art
Design Engineering
Metal
Guitar
Production
Voice
Ceramics
Digital Music
Printmaking
Studio Art
3D Art
Design Engineering
Metal
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Basic Info

Year Founded: 1929
Campus Size: 300 acres
Boarding Rate: 100%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, Zoom
School Code:
TOEFL: 8034
SSAT: 5578

Brief Reviews

(Total 5)
4.0/ 5
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Detailed Reviews

(Total 0)
0.0 / 5 Overall
0.0 / 5 Academics
0.0 / 5 Campus
0.0 / 5 Student Life
0.0 / 5 Athletic&Art
0.0 / 5 Transportation
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Orme School

Tell me a bit about The Orme School.
The Orme School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Arizona, US. It was founded 1929 , and currently has about 100 students, 40.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.ormeschool.org.
Does The Orme School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Orme School is offering 14 AP courses.

The Orme School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Orme School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2017-2022, some students attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Washington University in St. Louis, University of California: Davis, University of Texas at Austin and Tulane University.
What is the application requirement for The Orme School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Orme 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 The Orme School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for The Orme School in 2024 is $51,500 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@ormeschool.org .
Where is The Orme School located?
The Orme School is located in the State of Arizona of USA.
How popular is The Orme School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Orme School is among the most popular schools, within top 483 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Orme School has been favorited by 20 users.
How to start with an application with The Orme School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Orme School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Orme School’s official site: http://www.ormeschool.org or call them at 928-632-1566.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to The Orme School?
Yes, here are few: Verde Valley School,

What is the FindingSchool rating for The Orme School?
The overall rating for The Orme School is C.

The section ratings of The Orme School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
C for Community
C for Students and Parents reviews
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