Enrollment
358
Student:teacher
6:1
Published tuition
$14,000–$39,400
Application fee
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Tuition by division
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Head of school
Gary J. Niels
Head of School
Gary has held various roles including teacher, coach, summer school director, department chair, dean of students, division director, head of school, and executive director of a state-wide independent school association. He earned a Master of Theological Studies degree and a Master of Arts degree in Educational Leadership.
Curriculum & special classes
The Ellis School provides a robust academic journey for girls from Pre-k to grade 12, fueled by curiosity, joy, and agency. It offers world languages and STEM lessons starting in Pre-k, and real-world learning opportunities in Upper School.
Financial aid
The majority of school-funded financial assistance is directed toward students entering the Middle and Upper Schools (grades 5–12). Families applying to the Lower School (pre-kindergarten through grade 4) should plan to contribute at least half (50%) of the annual tuition.
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Ellis offers a variety of after-school opportunities to support students beyond the school day, including the Extended Day Program (EDP), after-school enrichment classes, athletics, and the Ellis School of Music.
Cost
Additional fees may apply for after-school programs.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Families start by inquiring online to receive information and track their admission progress. Applications are accepted electronically, and prospective students complete various requirements depending on their grade level. Applications are welcome on a rolling basis until classes are full.
Apply by
December 15 for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten; January 1 for grades 1–12. Financial aid applications for new families are due January 1.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Online application, teacher recommendation form (Pre-k/K/G1-4), parent interview (Pre-k/K/G1-4), developmental assessment (Pre-k/K), January Play Date (Pre-k/K), transcript from current school (G1-12), student classroom visit and academic assessment (G1-4), student visit (G5-12), English teacher recommendation (G5-12), math teacher recommendation (G5-12), standardized assessment (ISEE/SSAT for G5-12), student-family interview (G5-12).
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