Hathaway Brown School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 840 students
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 20 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Hathaway Brown School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Hathaway Brown School
Nursery	67
Pre-K	86
Kind	24
1	22
2	31
3	17
4	42
5	40
6	37
7	53
8	59
9	95
10	94
11	76
12	97

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1876

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

840 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

150 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

8 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms in grades K-8, Casual in grades 9-12

Number of AP Courses

23 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 20 / rolling

% on Financial Aid

45%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$16,000

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Elizabeth Pinkerton

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

BasketballClimbing

Cross CountryDance

DivingField Hockey

Figure SkatingFreestyle Skiing

GolfGymnastics

LacrosseRock Climbing

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

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Colors

Brown, Gold

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

20 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Affinity GroupsBusiness Club

Esports ClubFirst Lego League

Gold Key ClubGreen Team

GROWHathCaff

Math ClubMock Trial

RoboticsSpeech and Debate

Student CouncilStudent-Run Foundation

Arts and Music Programs:

ExpressionsOrchestra

Performing ArtsVisual Arts

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Developmental AthleticsSwimming

School Notes

Hathaway Brown`s Signature Approach inspires girls to take ownership of their education, rise boldly to the challenges of the times, and achieve their utmost potential. Girls flourish and thrive at Hathaway Brown!
Niche Best Schools in Ohio: #1 Best College Prep High School and #1 Best All-Girls School.

Hathaway Brown`s Learn for Life Signature Approach inspires girls to take ownership of their education, rise boldly to the challenges of the times, and achieve their utmost potential. This model, facilitated by an incredibly impressive and engaged faculty, sets girls on the path to achieve their goals and become the best versions of themselves.There are four key values in our Learn for Life approach:
Empowered Girls- In 1876, five girls courageously challenged the status quo when they marched up the steps of an all-boys school and petitioned the headmaster to enroll them as well. Ever since, HB girls have been defying expectations, shattering glass ceilings, blazing their own trails and becoming the best people they can be.
Distinguished Academics- Hathaway Brown is the #1 best all-girls school in Ohio and #1 best college prep private high school in Ohio (Niche 2022 Best Schools).HB`s nationally recognized curriculum is and always has been respected by families, top colleges and universities, and future employers.
Knowledge in Action- HB gives students the tools they need to succeed in the world beyond our walls.In every division, students are immersed in opportunities that apply concepts learned in the classroom to the real world - uniting learning by thinking with learning by doing.
Celebrated Community- HB is a family. Our parent community is engaged, supportive and active. Our community of educators is caring and nurturing. Our alumnae care deeply about current HB students and the 4000+ alumnae around the world, and they care about creating opportunities and a lifelong support system for their Blazer sisters.

Source: Verified school update

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What schools are Hathaway Brown School often compared to?

Hathaway Brown School is often viewed alongside schools like Laurel School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Hathaway Brown School?

The acceptance rate of Hathaway Brown School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Hathaway Brown School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Ohio with low acceptance rates.

Does Hathaway Brown School offer a summer program?

Yes, Hathaway Brown School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Hathaway Brown School offer?

Hathaway Brown School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Hathaway Brown School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is Hathaway Brown School's ranking?

Hathaway Brown School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Hathaway Brown School?

The application deadline for Hathaway Brown School is Jan. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/12/2019

I thank HB for the confidence, courage, and determination that I possess as a young woman today. As I embark on my journey to college this fall, I say with the utmost confidence that I am more than prepared because of the education I received at this school. Its students have inspired me and its faculty and staff have pushed me to excellence. I'm grateful to have this place to call my second home. It is because of the same sex, private education that I received that I am not afraid to speak my voice loud and clear in the world. I wouldn't have wanted to attend any other private institution because I believe there is no place like HB.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Sophie Weyn

5 7/24/2015

The school is good with recognizing students with special needs or who need academic help, lots of clubs, friendly people, plenty of advanced classes, nice teachers ( mostly ), tons of award.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - halla

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The average private school tuition in Cuyahoga County, OH is $10,892 for elementary schools and $16,615 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cuyahoga County, OH is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).