Scattergood Friends School

Scattergood Friends School

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
1951 Delta Ave,  West Branch, IA
4.3
5.0
45 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Thomas Weber
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
30
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$19,000
Religious Affiliation
Quaker
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
11
Full Time Teachers
9
Part Time Teachers
2
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
590
Verbal
680
Average ACT
30
Math
27
English
30
Reading
33
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
4
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
84%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12%
Black
4%

School Rankings

#1 Best HS for the Arts in Iowa
#3 Best Boarding HS in Iowa
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 5 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 4 Students
Earlham College 4 Students
Warren Wilson College 4 Students
University of Chicago 3 Students
Drake University 3 Students
Wartburg College 3 Students
Macalester College 3 Students
Luther College 3 Students
Sarah Lawrence College 3 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 6 Students
Nursing 3 Students
Biology 3 Students
Sociology 3 Students
Music 3 Students
Education 2 Students
Communications 2 Students
Film and Video Studies 2 Students
History 2 Students
History Teacher Education 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 30 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
9/6/2016
There are several choices available, but not a large diversity of options.
5.0 NicheUser
9/6/2016
Teachers are so giving, caring, and knowledgeable.
4.0 NicheUser
8/9/2016
The beauty of Scattergood is that if there is an interest, most likely, the student is permitted and encouraged to participate. There are both set activities and also room for student-driven ones.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/3/2014
This school changed my daughter's life. She became academically engaged, due to an exciting curriculum and dedicated faculty. From courses on "Ancient Myths Retold" to "The Physics of Flight" the teachers find ways to make learning come alive. Academic help is abundant at this small inclusive learni...
5.0 other
9/4/2011
In this day and age of drugs, bullying & self absorbed people it is a breath of fresh air to find a place like Scattergood. The atmosphere is open minded & the focus is concerned with nurturing the soul as well as the mind. You don't need to be a Quaker to attend this school. There are students and...
parent
4/5/2010
I have two sons attending this school. They have different styles and personalities, but both have found their niche at Scattergood. The teachers play multiple roles in students' lives and interact on many levels, academically and socially. It is a wonderful place for young people to explore their i...

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Scattergood Friends School is a private Quaker school for students in grades 6-12 located at 1951 Delta Ave in West Branch, IA. Annual tuition is $19,000. The school has a total enrollment of 45 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Scattergood Friends School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 30. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Branch High School, West Branch Middle School, Hoover Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what West Branch has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Scattergood Friends School.

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