Very Good
#244 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 28% of private schools
The Shipley School
School
814 YARROW ST, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#244 of 873
In Bryn Mawr
#7 of 9
public schools
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About The Shipley School
The Shipley School is a private school in Bryn Mawr, PA. The Shipley School serves approximately 768 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Shipley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #244 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, The Shipley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Shipley School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Shipley School compares to the 2 public schools in Bryn Mawr, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bryn Mawr
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Shipley School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Coopertown El Sch | 9.2 |
| Ithan El Sch | 9.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
814 YARROW ST, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Shipley School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MAIN LINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY INC (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bryn Mawr, see our Bryn Mawr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRIENDS SCHOOL HAVERFORD Haverford | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| JACK M BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY Bryn Mawr | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| HOLY CHILD SCHOOL AT ROSEMONT Bryn Mawr | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PHEBE ANNA THORNE KINDERGARTEN Haverford | 1.2 mi | — |
| Harriton SHS Rosemont | 1.3 mi | 9.8 |
| Coopertown El Sch Bryn Mawr | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - ARDMORE Ardmore | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Chestnutwold El Sch Ardmore | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| STS COLMAN-JOHN NEUMANN Bryn Mawr | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| REGINA ANGELORUM ACADEMY Ardmore | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR Bryn Mawr | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MAIN LINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY INC Bryn Mawr | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| THE GLADWYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gladwyne | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| THE GATEWAY SCHOOL Wynnewood | 1.9 mi | — |
| Black Rock MS Villanova | 2.2 mi | 9.8 |
| THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL Bryn Mawr | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Gladwyne Sch Gladwyne | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| CASKEY TORAH ACADEMY OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA Wynnewood | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Lower Merion HS Ardmore | 2.1 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,986
Median Home Value
$788,700
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
22,004
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston, PA | 7.2 |
| WINCHESTER THURSTON SCHOOL Allison Park, PA | 7.1 |
| SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| LANCASTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.5 |
| SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY-MIDDLE Philadelphia, PA | 7.5 |
| THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL Bryn Mawr, PA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Shipley School
What grades does The Shipley School serve?
The Shipley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Shipley School?
The Shipley School has an enrollment of approximately 768 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Shipley School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Shipley School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Shipley School rank in PA?
The Shipley School ranks #244 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Shipley School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Shipley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Shipley School a private school?
Yes, The Shipley School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Shipley School a religious school?
No, The Shipley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 768
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 105
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (610) 525-4300
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