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What does it mean to learn at a school of experience? At The Whitfield School, it means wrapping your senses around new ideas. Diving into direct contact with concepts and questions. And making, doing, and experimenting your way into knowing, understanding, and mastering.
Whitfield, an independent, coeducational school for grades 6-12 in St. Louis, offers engaging, active learning through a foundational liberal arts curriculum. Here, we marry challenging coursework with transformative experiences to instill citizenship, critical thinking, and leadership skills—and to prepare students for college and everything after
Whitfield, an independent, coeducational school for grades 6-12 in St. Louis, offers engaging, active learning through a foundational liberal arts curriculum. Here, we marry challenging coursework with transformative experiences to instill citizenship, critical thinking, and leadership skills—and to prepare students for college and everything after
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$37,400
Enrollment
420
International Students
2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
71%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
Endowment
$16 million
AP
8
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
13
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #14 | Brown University | 1 |
| #27 | University of Southern California | 1 |
| #28 | New York University | 1 |
| #42 | Case Western Reserve University | 1 |
| #47 | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 1 |
| #49 | Northeastern University | 1 |
| #49 | Ohio State University: Columbus Campus | 3 |
| #49 | Pepperdine University | 1 |
| #49 | Purdue University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(0)Number of students who took AP tests
85
Number of tests taken
120
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
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Chemistry
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Calculus AB
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Statistics
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English Language and Composition
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AP Equivalent and Beyond
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US History Advanced College Credit
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Advanced Credit Program Spanish (UMSL)
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Advanced Credit Program (French)
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Sports
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Golf
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Business & Entrepreneurship Club
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Film Club
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Green Scene
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Literary Magazine - Perspectives
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Math Club
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Mindfulness & Meditation Club
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Model UN
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Ping Pong Club
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Special Olympics Young Athletes Program
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Student Council
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Students Demand Action
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Student Diversity Council
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Technology Student Association (TSA)
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Thespian Society
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Yearbook - The Iliad
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Asian Student Union
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Black Student Union
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
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Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
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Hispanic Student Association
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Jewish Student Union
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Women's Alliance
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Arts
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Theater
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Frequently Ask Questions about Whitfield School
Tell me a bit about Whitfield School.
Whitfield School is Co-ed private day school located in Missouri, US. It was founded 1952 , and currently has about 420 students, 2.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.whitfieldschool.org/.
For more official information, please visit http://www.whitfieldschool.org/.
Does Whitfield School have rigorous academic requirements?
Whitfield School is offering 8 AP courses.
In recent years, 29 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Whitfield School also have 71% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 29 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Whitfield School also have 71% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Whitfield School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2025, some students attended Brown University, University of Southern California, New York University, Case Western Reserve University and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
What is the application requirement for Whitfield School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Whitfield 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 Whitfield School?
The day tuition for Whitfield School in 2024 is
$37,400 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@whitfieldschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@whitfieldschool.org .
Where is Whitfield School located?
Whitfield School is located in the State of Missouri of USA.
How popular is Whitfield School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Whitfield School is within top 30000 for all schools on FindingSchool.
How do I complete an application for Whitfield School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Whitfield School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Whitfield School’s official site: http://www.whitfieldschool.org/ or call them at 314-434-5141.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Whitfield School’s official site: http://www.whitfieldschool.org/ or call them at 314-434-5141.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Whitfield School?
Yes, here are few:
Chaminade College Prep School, Mary Institute & St. Louis Country Day School and Principia School.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Whitfield School?
The overall rating for Whitfield School is B-.
The section ratings of Whitfield School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
The section ratings of Whitfield School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
Nearby City
Kansas City, located on the western edge of Missouri, straddles the border with Kansas. Known for its iconic barbecue, rich jazz heritage, and numerous fountains, the city offers a vibrant cultural scene. The historic 18th & Vine Jazz District is home to the American Jazz Museum and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, famous for its giant shuttlecock sculptures, boasts an extensive collection of nearly 40,000 works, ranging from ancient artifacts to contemporary pieces. Kansas City is a dynamic blend of music, history, and art.
Population (2022)
451,572
Cost of Living
Higher than average 0%
Nearby Airport
Kansas City International Airport
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