Pembroke Hill School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 1,181 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,865
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Pembroke Hill School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri 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	Pembroke Hill School
Nursery	76
Pre-K	48
Kind	60
1	62
2	62
3	64
4	67
5	69
6	82
7	79
8	91
9	110
10	98
11	109
12	104

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1910

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Motto

Freedom with Responsibility

Student Body

Total Students

1,181 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

139 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

54%

Average Class Size

16 students

Average SAT score

1400

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Art HistoryBiology

Calculus ABCalculus BC

ChemistryChinese

Economics (Micro & Macro)English Literature

Environmental ScienceFrench Language

LatinPhysics 1

Physics 2Physics C

PsychologySpanish Languate

StatisticsStudio Art (2-D, 3-D and Drawing)

U.S. Government & PoliticsU.S. History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,865

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Tuition Notes

Upper school tuition listed.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Varies by weeks enrolled

% on Financial Aid

29%

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Laura Linn

Admissions Associate

Samantha Piper

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceDiving

Drill TeamField Hockey

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

60 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Lower School Chess ClubLower School Math Club

Lower School RecyclingLower School Safety Patrol

Middle School Chinese ClubMiddle School French Club

Middle School Math ClubMiddle School Raider Club

Middle School RecyclingMiddle School Sicence Olympiad

Middle School Spanish ClubMiddle School Student Council

Upper School Asian ClubUpper School AWARE

Upper School Book ClubUpper School Campus Guides

Upper School Chess ClubUpper School Common Ground

Upper School Community Service BoardUpper School Cooking Club

Upper School Cum LaudeUpper School Environmental Club

Upper School Envirothon TeamUpper School India Club

Upper School International ClubUpper School Italian Club

Upper School L'Alliance FrancaiseUpper School Latin Club

Upper School Leadership Advisory BoardUpper School Learning It Together

Upper School Link CrewUpper School Math Team

Upper School National Forensics LeagueUpper School Peer Helpers

Upper School Pep ClubUpper School Robotics

Upper School Science BowlUpper School Science Olympiad

Upper School Social Media CommitteeUpper School Spanish Club

Upper School Student GovernmentUpper School Youth In Government

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Arts and Music Programs:

Lower School Chorus (51st Street Singers)Lower School 草榴社区 Music Lessons

Middle School Art ClubMiddle School Chamber Music

Middle School Collage - Fine Arts MagazineMiddle School Creative Writing Club

Middle School Foreign Language Film Festival ClubUpper School Art Club

Upper School Choral GroupsUpper School Garret - Fine Arts Magazine

Upper School Photo/Film ClubUpper School Pinnacle - Yearbook

Upper School Voice - NewspaperUpper School Writers Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Lower School Field HockeyLower School Sports Teams

Lower School Track ClubUpper School Frisbee Club

School Notes

Pembroke Hill School is an independent, college preparatory day school serving students age 2 through grade 12.
We have two state-of-the-art campuses located less than a mile apart.Our students enjoy a robust curriculum, including STEM opportunities, foreign language and art options, along with 30+ clubs.

Our History

Pembroke Hill was created in 1984 through the merger of the all-girls Sunset Hill School (founded in 1913) and the all-boys Pembroke-Country Day School (founded in 1910).

Our Students

Nearly 1,200 students, age 2 years through 12th grade, are enrolled each year. Our students learn in an environment where expectations are high and excellence is expected. At PHS, all students work hard and find supportive peers in their academic and extracurricular endeavors.
Students from seven surrounding counties and 78 different zip codes, in both Kansas and Missouri, travel to Pembroke Hill each day. These students represent a variety of socioeconomic, religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds; students of color represent 30 percent of the school population. Over 100 of our current students have at least one parent who was born outside of the United States.
In the 2022-23 school year, $3 million in need-based financial aid was awarded to approximately 25 percent of the student body.

Class of 2022 Profile

100 percent of Pembroke Hill seniors go on to a four-year college. Last year, 110 students graduated from Pembroke Hill.
They matriculated to 72 different colleges and universities.

Our Faculty

The school has 121 faculty members; 72 have master`s degrees and eight hold doctorates. The average Pembroke Hill faculty member has 17 years of teaching experience.
The student-faculty ratio is 11:1 in the Lower School and 16:1 in the Middle and Upper School.

School Life

Pembroke Hill has a strong commitment to community service, from our youngest students through upper school. Sixty hours of service during upper school are required for graduation. A large majority exceed this requirement. Despite Covid restrictions, 63 percent of the Class of 2021 exceeded the sixty-hour requirement, and the entire class amassed a total of 11,331 community service hours.
Our extracurricular program offers extensive opportunities for students beginning in kindergarten. Students may participate in chess, publications, community service, student government, interscholastic athletics (starting in middle school) and special interest clubs. Nearly 80 percent of our upper school students are involved in an extracurricular activity; 75 percent are part of an athletic team.
Our parent community is an integral part of PHS. The Parents Association provides tremendous support through volunteers, fundraising and input on school issues.

Governance

Pembroke Hill is operated by a Board of Trustees whose 23 members include parents, alumni and city leaders.

Accreditation

Pembroke Hill is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Kander '44 - Tony Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated Broadway theatre composer; musicals include Chicago, Cabaret, and Fosse; songs include Theme from New York, New York; films include Cabaret and Chicago
- Bill Rockne, '35 & Knute Rockne Jr. '37 - Sons of Notre Dame football coach Knute Rockne, who was leaving Kansas City after visiting his sons at Pem-Day when he died in a plane crash

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pembroke Hill School cost?

Pembroke Hill School's tuition is approximately $26,865 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Pembroke Hill School?

The acceptance rate of Pembroke Hill School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 86%.

Who are famous alumni from Pembroke Hill School?

Pembroke Hill School famous alumni include: John Kander '44 and Bill Rockne, '35 & Knute Rockne Jr. '37.

Does Pembroke Hill School offer a summer program?

Yes, Pembroke Hill School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Pembroke Hill School offer?

Pembroke Hill School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Pembroke Hill School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.

What is Pembroke Hill School's ranking?

Pembroke Hill School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Pembroke Hill School?

The application deadline for Pembroke Hill School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Pembroke Hill School located?

Pembroke Hill School is located in the Sunset Hill neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.

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November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $13,075 for elementary schools and $15,086 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Kansas City, MO is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).