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  • Archmere Academy

    Inspiring students to distinction.

  • Choosing our door opens others

    An Archmere education sets students up for success in college and beyond.

  • Discover your passions

    Archmere students develop a strong sense of self.

  • Niche Ranked #1

    Best Catholic High School in Delaware.

  • Strong Academic Curriculum

    At Archmere, students take ownership of their potential with the support of our robust community.

  • Hands-on Learning

    Archmere students get real-world experience.

  • Discover your future

    Find your place at Archmere Academy.

  • Empathetic Leadership

    Archmere students develop increased critical thinking and executive functioning skills.

Welcome to Archmere

Since opening its doors in 1932, Archmere Academy's strong academic program fosters empathetic leaders prepared for every good work. As a result, Archmere Academy students challenge themselves, think critically, and discover their greatest potential.
  • CURRICULUM CURRICULUM
    Archmere's academic curriculum challenges all students to advance their critical thinking, sharpen their academic skills, take ownership of their learning potential, and advocate for their own educational goals.
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    Through technology-infused programs and a strong academic curriculum supported by student-teacher partnerships, our fully utilized collegiate campus creates an exceptional educational experience. Start the application process today!
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Archmere At A Glance

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  • $3.3 Mil

    Awarded Annually
    Financial aid, merit scholarships, and annual scholarships are awarded each year.

  • 15

    Average Class Size
    Archmere Academy's strong academic program includes core and elective courses in a small classroom setting.

  • 89.4%

    AP Capstone Diplomas
    Since introducing the program, 89.4% of AP Capstone students have earned their AP Capstone Diploma.

  • 23

    DIAA Varsity Teams
    82% of the student body competes in interscholastic sports.

  • 86%

    AP tests scored 3+
    In 2022, 113 Archmere students earned AP Scholar Awards with an average score of 3.574 out of 5.

  • 75%

    Families Receive Financial Assistance
    Many Archmere families receive some form of tuition assistance, with an average of $7000 per year.

  • 9:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    Archmere's small class size allows faculty to guide students to become organized, self-motivated, and independent learners.

  • 100%

    College Acceptance
    Archmere's College Counseling Office assists every student in finding the right college with the best academic, extracurricular, and social fit for them.

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Come Visit Us

Archmere Academy is just over the Pennsylvania-Delaware state line, approximately 30 minutes south of Center City, Philadelphia. We can't wait to welcome you to visit our beautiful, collegiate-style campus. Shadow Day visits for 8th graders begin on September 28th.
3600 Philadelphia Pike
Claymont, DE 19703
Phone: 302-798-6632
Fax: 302-798-7290
Archmere Academy is a private, Catholic, college preparatory co-educational academy,
grades 9-12 founded in 1932 by the Norbertine Fathers.
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