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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A-
Matriculation A-
Academics A-
Extracurriculars B+
Geo & Community B
Reviews A-
With an enrollment of approximately 800 students in Preschool age 3 through 12th grade, Greensboro DaySchool is one of the largest nonsectarian independent schools in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina, and is known throughout thenation for its excellence in education.
For 45 years, our success has been defined by our challenging academic program, our emphasison honor and values, and our dedication to each individual child and family.
Today we are more committed than ever to developing the intellectual, ethical, and interpersonal foundations students need to become constructive contributors to the world.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$29,680
Enrollment
995
International Students
5%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
Endowment
$1 million
AP
25
Average SAT Score
1195
Average ACT Score
24
Class Size
16

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#13 Dartmouth College 1
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1
#23 University of Michigan 1
#25 University of Virginia 1
#28 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 7
#28 Wake Forest University 1
#38 University of California: Davis 1
#49 Purdue University 1
LAC #11 Washington and Lee University 2

Academics

AP Scores

(2024)
Number of students who took AP tests
176
Number of tests taken
368
61%
22%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(25)
Chinese Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chinese Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
European History
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(12)
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(18)
Debate
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Model UN
Moot Court
NC Junior Classical League
Quiz Bowl
Debate
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Model UN
Moot Court
NC Junior Classical League
Quiz Bowl
Robocats
Science Olympiad
Youth and Government
Art Club
Bengals on Wall Street
Bengal Paws for Service
Book Club
Ceramics
Drama Club/Improv Club
Dungeons & Dragons/Chess Club
Environmental Sign Language Club
and Tanzania Connect.
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Arts

(27)
Acting
Band
Chorus
Drama
Jazz
Music
Acting
Band
Chorus
Drama
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Production
Public Speaking
String
Art History
Ceramics
Color
Digital Art
Digital Photography
Drawing
Filmmaking
Game Design
Graphic Design
Photography
Studio Art
Video Production
Architecture
Art
Design
Digital Fabrication
Tech Theater
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Prek-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1970
Campus Size: 65 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL
Recommended
B
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Frequently Ask Questions about Greensboro Day School

Tell me a bit about Greensboro Day School.
Greensboro Day School is Co-ed private day school located in North Carolina, US. It was founded 1970 , and currently has about 995 students, 5.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.greensboroday.org.
Does Greensboro Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
Greensboro Day School is offering 25 AP courses.

In recent years, 61 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Greensboro Day School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Greensboro Day School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 20% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 10% go to top 25, and about 1.43% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Greensboro Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Greensboro Day School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Greensboro Day School?
The day tuition for Greensboro Day School in 2024 is $29,680 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at randydoss@greensboroday.org .
Where is Greensboro Day School located?
Greensboro Day School is located in the State of North Carolina of USA.
How popular is Greensboro Day School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Greensboro Day School is among the most popular schools, within top 359 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Greensboro Day School has been favorited by 46 users.
How do I complete an application for Greensboro Day School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Greensboro Day School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Greensboro Day School’s official site: https://www.greensboroday.org or call them at 336-288-8590.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Greensboro Day School?
What is the FindingSchool rating for Greensboro Day School?
The overall rating for Greensboro Day School is A-.

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

Nearby City

Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is renowned for its prestigious universities, including North Carolina State University. Together with Chapel Hill and Durham, it forms the Research Triangle, a hub for technology and academic research. The city is home to historic landmarks like the North Carolina State Capitol, a Greek Revival-style building from the 19th century, featuring a statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman general in its rotunda. Raleigh’s blend of educational institutions, cultural attractions, and vibrant tech industry makes it a dynamic and growing city.

Population (2022) 392,552
Cost of Living Lower than average 4%

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