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Rigorous. Relevant. Ready.

Inspired to Go Further

With a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, small class sizes, and faculty who are as invested in their students as they are in their subjects, our Upper School is designed to push students further than they thought possible while supporting them every step of the way. From honors and AP courses to unique electives, research opportunities, and the unique Concentrations, every aspect of the Upper School academic experience is built to prepare students not just for college admission, but for lifelong success.

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Academic 
Concentrations

40+

Clubs and
Competition Teams

26

AP Courses
Offered

50+

Colleges Rep
Visitors On-Campus

18

Average Class Size

Academic Concentrations

Upper School is where Maclay students become the people they are going to be. Challenged by rigorous coursework, supported by a community that wants them to succeed, and guided toward the colleges and careers that fit them best, Maclay graduates leave ready for whatever comes next.

Signature Programs

Student Support

School Counseling, Community Time, and Faculty Office Hours are all part of the support system for students.

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Gabor Junior Interview Series

A signature program for 11th graders that provides real training and best practices for college and employer interviews.

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Freshman Academy

Every 9th grader gets the tools, habits, and community they need to start high school on the right foot.

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SAT/ACT Test Prep

Test Prep is the key to unlocking Bright Futures and it is woven into the Upper School Curriculum to truly give Maclay students an advantage.

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College Counseling

Maclay's extensive College Counseling programs and three counselors partner with families to find the right fit and most opportunities for every graduate.

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Community Time

Maclay's Community Time not only has office hours and club meetings but also guest speakers on important topics like nutrition and sleep, stress, social media awareness, and other topics relevant today.