The Orme School

The Orme School, founded in 1929, is a co-ed, college-preparatory boarding school located in North-central Arizona. Rooted in its history as a working cattle ranch, The Orme School is dedicated to a whole-child approach, emphasizing character development, scholastic growth, and intellectual curiosity for students in grades 8-12. The institution's guiding principles of Excellence, Tradition, and Character are applied across a challenging curriculum that includes classroom instruction, hands-on learning, and environmental and aesthetic awareness. The Orme School envisions graduates as well-rounded individuals thriving in a supportive family-like environment, well-prepared to face the challenges of college and beyond.

The school's mission focuses on developing character, academic success, and intellectual curiosity, fostering a structured, supportive, and diverse community. Beyond academics, The Orme School empowers students with values of integrity, respect, and accountability. The vision underscores the importance of a close-knit community, where roommates, advisers, and teachers become immediate family. Graduates of The Orme School emerge as competent, confident individuals ready to navigate the challenges of higher education and the broader world. Additionally, The Orme School is committed to equal employment opportunity, prohibiting discrimination based on various factors and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for staff, faculty, and students alike.