Grier boarding School for girls

Tyrone, United States of America

  • Day & Boarding

  • 1853

  • $ N/A-N/A

    • American

School History & Details

The Grier School is an all-girls college-preparatory boarding and day school for grades 7 to 12 in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. The school was founded in 1853 and is located in central Pennsylvania. Grier School offers a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, and athletics.

The school has 60% of teachers with advanced degrees and offers 22 AP courses. The college acceptance rate for Grier School is 100%. Extracurricular activities include recreational sports, varsity teams, dance classes, and music ensembles.

The Grier School is located on 320 acres in Central Pennsylvania. The school is located near the Pennsylvania State University, in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. Grier School currently enrolls 296 students in grades 7 to 12.

The Grier School is a well-respected college-preparatory school for girls. The school offers a strong academic program, as well as a variety of extracurricular activities. Grier School is a great choice for girls who are looking for a challenging and supportive learning environment etc.

    School Values

  • Fidelity
  • Integrity
School Achievements

Achievements

The Grier School has many academic achievements, including:- 1. Top-ranked arts school: Grier is ranked as the best high school for the arts in Pennsylvania by Niche. On Niche.com i.e. the 4th Best All-Girls High Schools in Pennsylvania, and in the USA 34th Best All-Girls High Schools. 2. Top-ranked STEM school: Newsweek ranks Grier's STEM program in the top 20% of US schools. 3. High average SAT scores: Grier ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for SAT scores. 4. Low acceptance rates: Grier ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for acceptance rates. 5. Large student body: Grier has the largest student body among private schools in Pennsylvania. 6. Most AP courses: Grier offers the most AP courses among private schools in Pennsylvania. 7. Most sports: Grier offers the most sports among private schools in Pennsylvania. 8. Most extracurriculars: Grier offers the most extracurriculars among private schools in Pennsylvania. Also, the school proudly received the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award, Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Championships in Western, Hunt Seat, and Dressage, etc.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Unspecified.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

The Grier School has an Alumnae network that is a worldwide connection of supportive and strong women. The network welcomes alumni who share information about their life after Grier, including major milestones like graduation, career developments, travels, marriages, and births. Some alumni of Grier School in Tyrone, Pennsylvania include Camila Sodi, Marcy Rylan, and Veronica Velasco. The Grier School has a 100% college acceptance rate, with many students accepted into the nation's top 50 ranked universities. Students who have attended Grier School have enrolled in the following colleges and universities:- 1. Academy of Art University. 2. University of Alabama. 3. Allegheny College. 4. American University. 5. Arizona State University. 6. University of Arizona. 7. Art Center College of Design etc.

School Information

At Grier boarding School for girls the facilities and equipment:- For effective study, harmonious and comprehensive development, in various fields for self-improvement the Grier School strives to...View moreView Less

Grier Foundation.

-

Ms. Gina Borst.

Link

+1 814-684-3000

2522 Grier School Rd, Tyrone, PA 16686, United States

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • English Core
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Business Studies
  • History
  • Accounting
  • Physical Education
  • Social Studies (History-Civics and Geography) 
  • Science

Get Admission Assistance

Explore schools that match not only your academic interests but also your lifestyle, financial needs, and long-term goals. With personalized guidance, identify institutions that offer the right support, resources, and community to help you thrive. Navigate the admissions process confidently and find a school that feels like home—a place where you can grow, connect, and prepare for a successful future.