School Overview
Data & methodology
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
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Marlborough School, founded in 1889, is an independent, urban day school serving a diverse group of young women.
The School is committed to delivering a superior college preparatory education in an environment imbued with high ethical values.
Marlborough is dedicated to the philosophy that academic excellence, leadership skills, and confidence flourish best in an environment exclusively devoted to the education of young women.
The Marlborough community enables each student to develop her fullest potential so that she may become an actively engaged global citizen.
The School is committed to delivering a superior college preparatory education in an environment imbued with high ethical values.
Marlborough is dedicated to the philosophy that academic excellence, leadership skills, and confidence flourish best in an environment exclusively devoted to the education of young women.
The Marlborough community enables each student to develop her fullest potential so that she may become an actively engaged global citizen.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$57,850
Enrollment
536
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
90%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$24 million
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1470
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
14
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Columbia University | 1 + |
| #2 | Harvard College | 1 + |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 + |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 + |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 + |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2021)Number of students who took AP tests
165
Number of tests taken
289
AP Courses
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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United States History
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World History
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English Literature and Composition
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Art History
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Water Polo
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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FemEd
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Best Marlborough Buddies
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Rise High Tutoring
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One World
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The Next Chapter
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American Red Cross Club
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FemEd
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Best Marlborough Buddies
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Rise High Tutoring
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One World
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The Next Chapter
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American Red Cross Club
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Volunteers in Action
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START Rescue
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Eco Club
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Intersectional Voices of Marlborough
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Students Demand at Marlborough
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Play for Equal Pay
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Sustainable Fashion Club
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Poverty Awareness for Action Club
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One Love
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Girls Learn International
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Marlborough Multilingual Magazine
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SEOUL
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Chinese Language and Culture Club
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Caribbean Islands Club
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International Pen Pals
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¡Conversemos!
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FEMMED
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Real Youth
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Females in Finance
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Working Wardrobe Club
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Untold Histories
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Sugar Boost Book Club
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Classics Club
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Poetry Appreciation Club
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WEBCCAM Improv Troupe
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Marlborough Ceramics
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Art History Club
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Stitch Together
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Taylor Swift Club
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Comics and Illustrations
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A Cappella at Marlborough
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Film Club
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Math Club
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FemStem
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Marlborough Students for Responsible and Productive Use of AI in Education
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Chemistry Club
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Competitive Coding Club
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Badminton Club
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Rock Climbing Club
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Pickleball Club
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Mustang Cheer Squad
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Flag Football
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Marlborough Softball
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Beach Please
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Tennis Club
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The Soccer Lounge
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Marlborough Table Tennis Club
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Chess Club
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Dungeons & Dragons
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Juggling Club
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Stock Race
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Formula 1 Club
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and Puzzle with Friends
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Arts
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Acting
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Choir
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Choral
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Dance
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Performing
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Acting
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Choir
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Choral
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Dance
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Performing
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Play Production
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Stagecraft
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Theater
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2D Design
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3D Design
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Ceramics
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Digital Art
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Digital Media
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Drawing
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Film
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Film History
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Film Studies
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Graphic Design
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Painting
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Photography
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Video
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2D Art
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3D Art
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Costume Design
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Digital Design
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Mixed Media
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Marlborough School
Tell me a bit about Marlborough School.
Marlborough School is All-girls private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1889 , and currently has about 536 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx.
For more official information, please visit http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx.
Does Marlborough School have rigorous academic requirements?
Marlborough School is offering 16 AP courses.
Marlborough School also have 90% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Marlborough School also have 90% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Marlborough School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 23.08% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 29.67% go to top 25, and about 16.48% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Marlborough School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Marlborough 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 Marlborough School?
The day tuition for Marlborough School in 2024 is
$57,850 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 admissions@marlborough.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@marlborough.org .
Where is Marlborough School located?
Marlborough School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 8 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Marlborough School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Marlborough School is among the most popular schools, within top 333 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Marlborough School has been favorited by 50 users.
Also Marlborough School has been favorited by 50 users.
How do I complete an application for Marlborough School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Marlborough School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Marlborough School’s official site: http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx or call them at 323-964-8450.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Marlborough School’s official site: http://www.marlborough.org/index.aspx or call them at 323-964-8450.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Marlborough School?
Yes, here are few:
Christ The King Elementary School, Daniel Murphy Catholic High School and St. Brendan School.
The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Marlborough School?
The overall rating for Marlborough School is A+.
The section ratings of Marlborough School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Marlborough School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Los Angeles, commonly known as L.A., is the largest city in California and the second most populous in the U.S. It serves as the commercial, financial, and cultural hub of Southern California. With a population of around 3.9 million as of 2020, L.A. is famous for its Mediterranean climate, diverse population, and as the epicenter of the entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood. The city also offers a rich mix of cultural landmarks, including world-class museums, beaches, and a dynamic food scene, making it a global metropolis.
Population (2022)
3,833,995
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
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