School Profile
The Hill School (Pennsylvania)
The Hill School is a private coed school in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Their campus is set in a small suburb, which is just one important piece of information to consider when looking at boarding schools. In terms of religious orientation, The Hill School is a nonsectarian school. There are numerous sports teams at Hill School to participate in and are used to help the students build character and leadership qualities while at the same time helping them to become aware of staying fit and learning to manage stress. The academic school years lasts 185 calendar days and each day students spend 7 hours in class. In 2011, 100% of the graduating senior class went on to 4-year colleges. If you visit, don’t forget to ask about the jump into the Dell pond after graduation!
Contact Information
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The Hill School
717 E High St, Pottstown, Pennsylvania 19464
https://www.thehill.org/
(610) 326-1000
Associations & Organizations
- National Association of Independent Schools
- State/Regional Independent School Association
- The Association of Boarding Schools
- Other School Associations
Photo Source: School Website and/or Social Media Data Source: NCES: 00939414


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