Principia School at a Glance

Founded in 1898, Principia is a coeducational, independent, college-preparatory school for Christian Scientists, serving students from infancy through grade 12. Day students attend at all grade levels. We offer boarding programs for students in Middle School (grades 7 and 8) and Upper School (grades 9 through 12).

By the numbers . . .

Facilities

360-acre campus
1 IDEA Center (library and digital resource center)
1 Middle and Lower School Library
5 science labs
3 gyms

People and program

405 students
31 states and 22 countries represented among the students
58 percent of Upper School students are boarders
96 percent of graduating seniors go on to college
60 percent of Upper School faculty hold advanced degrees
1:7 faculty student ratio
10–15 average class size
9 AP and college-credit classes

Athletics

16 interscholastic sports options in Upper School
12 tennis courts
3 baseball/softball diamonds
2 soccer fields
1 multipurpose turf field for football/soccer/track and field

. . . and so much more. You really have to visit to get a feel for all we offer!

Principia is accredited by ISACS (Independent Schools Association of the Central States) and NCA (North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools).

The Principia