Olney Friends School

A World-Class College Preparatory Boarding High School

Olney Friends is a central USA-based private boarding high school (grades 9-12) with strong Quaker values in Barnesville, Ohio.  

What makes Olney Friends one of the best boarding high schools for studying in the USA? 

At Olney Friends School, we blend rigorous academics with Quaker values in a nurturing environment where students from all over the world thrive.

Our Unique Approach

3:1

Student:
Teacher ratio

350

Acre Organic
Farm Campus

100%

College
Acceptance Rate

180+

Years of
Excellence

12+

Students from
12+ Countries

Our intentional, small classes and experiential curriculum cultivate curiosity, reflection, and a passion for making a difference.   

International students graduate as engaged global citizens and environmental stewards, prepared for the rigors of college and a life filled with purpose.   

Set on a 350-acre organic farm, Olney offers unparalleled opportunities for hands-on agricultural education.

Innovative Learning Approach

Olney is an excellent opportunity for international students who are interested in studying high school in the USA.   

Our innovative curriculum integrates subjects for deep, relevant learning to prepare them for the world of tomorrow.

Immersive Boarding High School

Your home away from home offers an immersive educational experience at an incredible boarding school in the USA in an inclusive community.

Diverse, Welcoming Community for International Boarding Students

Our student body spans multiple countries, creating a rich multicultural experience and cultivating friendships that last a lifetime.

Testimonials

‘Great School, I am so happy that both my children attended. Olney exposed them to International Cultures, Sustainability, and gave them a sense of Community, self confidence, and an Education they will use all their lives.’

Melody, Olney Parent

‘As a parent, I felt I couldn’t have left my daughter in better hands. She finished her “growing up: years in an environment that taught her values as well as giving her a solid education.’

Olney Parent

‘I went to Olney, and I sent my son to Olney. It was intellectually challenging, and the values of the Society of Friends are some of the most important spiritual values I ever learned.’

Olney Student and Parent

‘As a parent, I felt I couldn’t have left my daughter in better hands. She finished her “growing up: years in an environment that taught her values as well as giving her a solid education.’

Olney Parent

Education that

Makes a Difference

Empower your teen to grow in an environment that values academic excellence and personal development.

Olney Friends School offers a holistic, alternative education that prepares students for college and beyond in a safe, nurturing environment.

Our innovative curriculum connects learning to real-world challenges on our lush 350-acre campus and organic farm. Students create rich memories and lasting bonds through experiences like camping, farming, and cultural events.

Now enrolling ambitious, compassionate students for the 2025/2026 school year.

The Olney Difference

Begin Your American

American Education Journey at a U.S. Boarding School

Is your teen thinking about attending a U.S. boarding high school? Discover how international students thrive through world-class academics, supportive communities, and immersive cultural experiences.

Give your child the gift of an unparalleled education and boarding school experience in the USA, opening them to a world of opportunity in a safe learning environment.