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  • Archmere Academy

    Inspiring students to distinction

  • 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

  • Niche Ranked #1

    Best Catholic High School in Delaware

  • Discover your future

    Find your place at Archmere Academy.

  • Empathetic Leadership

    Archmere students have increased critical thinking and executive functioning skills.

  • Choosing our door opens others.

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

  • Discover your passions

    Archmere students have a strong sense of self

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.

  • 100%

    AP Capstone Diplomas
    Since introducing the program, 100% 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.

  • 10:1

    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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