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Garrison Forest School
  • Private, Boarding, All-Girls
  • OWINGS MILLS, MD
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Garrison Forest School

#4 in Best Boarding High Schools in Maryland
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding, All-Girls
  • PK, K-12
  • OWINGS MILLS, MD
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      A
    gfs.org
    (410) 559-3111
    300 GARRISON FOREST RD
    OWINGS MILLS, MD 21117
    About Garrison Forest School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Application Fee
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $34,895
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $65,790
    Received Financial Aid
    Average Financial Aid

    From Garrison Forest School

    Brave, compassionate, curious, spirited. Girls thrive at Garrison Forest School (GFS), where they can be their authentic selves as they create with purpose, pursue their passions and lead with confidence. Dedicated, highly engaged faculty members know each student and what’s important to her.

    Part of a comprehensive curriculum, STEM learning is fully integrated—from Lower School programs focused on financial literacy, tech competency and research, to a partnership with Johns Hopkins University that gives Upper School girls an opportunity to work in research labs alongside Hopkins mentors.

    The 110-acre GFS campus gives girls the space to explore, featuring an outdoor classroom for younger students, state-of-the-art athletic fields and an equestrian center that is home to nationally recognized riding and polo programs.

    National and international boarding students in grades 8-12 find a welcoming home base and vibrant community where they are supported by on-campus faculty residents.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    Average SAT
    1230
    138 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    53 responses
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    Boarding at GFS

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    Our boarding program goes beyond providing care and support for the students who reside on campus; here, we fully integrate the boarding experience into our educational philosophy with a strong program that prioritizes character development, global competency and wellness. Our program is designed to give young women the confidence to become successful scholars and adults and informed citizens.

    Culture & Safety

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    Boarding

    Students Boarding
    23%
    Boarding Days Per Week
    Top Countries
    China, Mexico, Canada, Germany, Spain
    International Boarding Students
    100%
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    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    513
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Starting Age
    2 years
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    Website
    gfs.org/academics/coed-preschool
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
      Yes
    • Offers Part Week
      Yes
    • Offers Full Day
      Yes
    • Offers Part Day
      Yes

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    7:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
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