The Haverford School is a nonsectarian college preparatory day school for boys in pre-kindergarten to grade 12.
Haverford provides a superior liberal arts education for qualified boys of all backgrounds.
The Haverford School develops the full intellectual, artistic, athletic, and moral potential in every boy through a program designed for the way boys learn best.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Yearly Tuition: $49,850
- Acceptance rate: 48%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
The Haverford School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1884
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 9, 2026
Campus Size
30 acres
Student Body
Total Students
960 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
81%
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1360
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
polo shirt and khaki pants in Lower School; jacket and tie in Middle and Upper School
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$49,850
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $29,800-$49,850.
Almost $11M is granted in need-based tuition assistance each year.
Acceptance Rate
48%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Donta Evans
Admissions Associate
Courtney Sanchez
Application URL
Endowment Size
$120 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
32 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Academic Team/Quiz BowlAstronomy Club
Athletes Helping AthletesBusiness Club
Ceramics ClubChess Club
Chinese ClubCreative Writing Club
Debate TeamDiplomacy Society
Diversity AllianceEconomics Club
Fantasy Football ClubFilm Club
Gay Straight AllianceHaligoluk (yearbook)
Mock TrialModel UN
Paddle Tennis ClubPegasus (literary magazine)
Philosophy ClubPhotography Club
Ping-Pong ClubPoetry Club
RoboticsSoftware Club
Student Technology Advisory Group (STAG)Sustainability Alliance
TED ClubThe Index (school newspaper)
Video Game Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Stage Crew
School Notes
- School Motto: Preparing Boys for Life
- School Mascot: Fords
- "At Haverford, our boys are surrounded by exceptional teachers, talented classmates, and a palpable sense of togetherness. We encourage our students to engage deeply, to step outside their comfort zones routinely, and to develop skills, habits, and mindsets that prepare them to be compassionate leaders. Our graduates leave our campus with a foundation that will allow them to find tremendous success in whatever paths they pursue throughout their lives." - Head of School Tyler Casertano
- At The Haverford School, boys are talented scholars, artists, and athletes and so much more. Our extraordinary educators challenge and inspire every student, while our best-for-boys programs and facilities empower students to reach their full potential. The Haverford School is committed to creating young men of character with the confidence to lead, the resilience to endure setbacks, and the empathy to understand and contribute to their world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Haverford School cost?
The Haverford School's tuition is approximately $49,850 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Haverford School?
The acceptance rate of The Haverford School is 48%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. The Haverford School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
What sports does The Haverford School offer?
The Haverford School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. The Haverford School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is The Haverford School's ranking?
The Haverford School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest average SAT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for The Haverford School?
The application deadline for The Haverford School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 5/4/2016
My son has been at Haverford for 9 years, starting in kindergarten and he is very excited about starting in the upper school next year.
The Haverford School really understands boys and embraces the unique aspects of teaching boys and channeling their energies. On daily basis, they bring out the best in my son and his classmates - in the classroom, the art studio, the debate stage, the robotics arena and sports fields.
The teachers, coaches and administrators indeed know boys, but they also know my son individually as well as his classmates and the faculty and staff are always accessible to my wife and me.
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