SCHOOL PROFILE 2023-24
At Pembroke Hill, Learning Is Innovative. Our students and faculty are energized by questions, excited by a challenge, and thrilled by the process of discovery. We explore and experiment, revise and reconsider, seek and search to find a better solution—all to be more informed citizens of the world.
OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAMS Senior Capstone Projects All seniors propose a research project that culminates their skills in research, writing and oral presentation. They choose a subject with which they have a personal connection. Past students’ topics have included the ethics of cloning, memory, aging, trauma and the brain, evolution of pop music, artificial intelligence and the future of energy. Innovative presentations included a oneperson show illustrating the experiences of an individual with ADHD. One student converted a car from gasoline-powered to electric.
January Interim
January Interim (JanTerm) is a week dedicated to alternative and experimental course offerings, which provide non-traditional learning opportunities. JanTerm promotes interdisciplinary learning and independent study while providing opportunities for community service and travel. Students may lead courses with mentoring from a faculty member.
Community Service All Pembroke Hill students complete at least 60 hours of service over four years in order to graduate. In the Class of 2023, 87 percent exceeded this requirement. The entire class amassed a total of 31,480 service hours. Forty-five students earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Speech & Debate Nearly a quarter of upper school students participate in Pembroke Hill’s awardwinning speech and debate program. Currently, the program is ranked 15th in the nation. In 2021-22, the team was the overall Show Me District champion, securing both the speech and debate sweepstakes. The group sent 17 students to nationals, the most in school history.
STEM
Science Olympiad: State Champions 14 times; State Runners Up 16 times; Nationally ranked as high as 3rd, 6th, 10th and 11th Mathleague: 5th place in Nationals (2019) Envirothon: 10 consecutive Missouri State Championships (2009-2018); North American Championship 1st place (2012, 2015), 2nd place (2018), 4th place (2017)
*Over the past 7 years, nine Pembroke Hill alumni recieved Fullbright grants to work and study in Peru, Malaysia, Austria, Luxemberg, Germany, Spain, and Italy.
9 FULBRIGHT SCHOLARS *
45 PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS
14 SCIENCE OLYMPIAD STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
16:1 STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO
THE ARTS All Pembroke Hill students take a minimum of four semesters in the arts, including both visual and performing arts classes. The visual and performing arts departments at Pembroke Hill endeavor to broaden and deepen the intellectual and creative development of each student, recognizing that the study of the arts opens a world of self-expression and analytical thought.
100+ STUDENTS JOIN SPEECH & DEBATE—A TOP 20 NDSA PROGRAM
160
85+
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN VISUAL ARTS COURSES EACH SEMESTER
STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN UPPER SCHOOL CHOIRS
60+
35+
STUDENTS ARE ENGAGED IN THEATRE CLASSES & PRODUCTIONS
UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
ATHLETICS Our students achieve at the highest levels. Our teams are committed to teamwork, fostering character and leadership skills, and building confidence in our athletes. These core tenets have guided us in developing a tradition of excellence, amassing nearly 70 state titles in 23 sports.
SPORTS
Fall
Winter
Spring
Soccer (Boys)
Basketball (Boys and Girls)
Track (Boys and Girls)
Field Hockey (Girls)
Dance
Lacrosse (Boys and Girls)
Volleyball (Girls)
Swimming & Diving (Girls)
Soccer (Girls)
Football (Boys)
Cheerleading
Baseball (Boys)
Cross Country (Boys and Girls)
Tennis (Boys)
Swimming (Boys)
Golf (Boys)
Golf (Girls) Tennis (Girls) Cheerleading
75% UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE MEMBERS OF AN ATHLETIC TEAM
23 SPORTS OFFERED
68 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS—THE 2ND HIGHEST IN MISSOURI
GRADE DISTRIBUTION, CLASS OF 2023 For select courses taken in the 2022-23 school year. SUBJECT A+
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D+
D
D-
F
TOTAL
AP US History/Am. Civ. History* 15
22
34
8
13
5
3
4
2
1
0
2
0
109
Am. Civ. English 15
37
24
10
9
8
0
2
1
2
0
0
0
108
AP Calculus BC 13
16
6
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
38
AP Calculus AB 3
2
3
5
3
0
4
1
0
0
0
1
0
22
Pre-Calculus Acc. 17
20
13
4
7
1
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
64
Pre-Calculus 2
8
10
2
5
7
4
2
1
1
2
0
1
45
Algebra II 7
7
9
6
6
7
4
1
1
0
0
2
0
50
AP Physics I 5
9
6
3
2
3
0
1
1
0
1
0
0
31
REQUIRED COURSES FOR JUNIORS
MATH
SCIENCE
Physics 12
12
10
10
9
3
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
60
AP Chemistry 6
6
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
14
AP Biology 3
4
9
3
3
3
1
1
0
1
0
1
0
29
Human Physiology 13
17
10
6
8
3
1
0
0
0
0
0
1
59
French Conversation 0
4
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
7
French III 4
11
5
3
2
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
27
French II 3
6
9
3
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
22
French I 1
5
5
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
14
LANGUAGE
AP Spanish 4
4
5
3
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
18
Spanish IV Acc. 3
9
6
6
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
27
Spanish IV 0
0
1
2
5
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
10
Spanish III 4
8
12
6
5
2
0
1
1
0
0
0
0
39
Spanish I 0
6
7
6
3
0
3
5
0
1
1
0
0
32
Mandarin Chinese IV 6
0
1
2
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
11
Adv. Debate 16
3
3
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
24
AP Computer Science 4
0
0
0
4
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
10
Intro to Python: Bioinformatics 6
4
0
1
3
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
15
ELECTIVES
* Students who do the extra work required for the AP US History curriculum are awarded the AP US History designation on their transcripts. + One-semester courses
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS DISCIPLINE...................................................................................................................................................UNITS English........................................................................................................................................................................4 Mathematics............................................................................................................................................................3 Science......................................................................................................................................................................3 Social Studies.........................................................................................................................................................3 World Languages..................................................................................................................................................3 Electives....................................................................................................................................................................2 Fine Arts....................................................................................................................................................................2 PE..............................................................................................................................................................................1.5 TOTAL..................................................................................................................................................................21.5
CURRICULUM NOTES 13 Accelerated/Honors Courses:
18 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses:
Accelerated full-year courses:
English Literature
Algebra II
Art & Design
Biology
Art History
Geometry
Computer Science A
Pre-Calculus
Chinese
Chemistry
French
Spanish IV
Latin
Advanced courses:
Spanish
Multivariable Calculus III
Calculus AB and BC
Differential Equations
Statistics
Number Theory
Biology
Probability & Counting
Chemistry
2 Spanish Electives
Physics 1
French Conversation
Environmental Science U.S. History Economics (Macro and Micro)
Note: All year-long Pembroke Hill science courses include a labratory.
U.S. Government and Politics *Typically, students may not enroll in AP courses until Junior year.
COLLEGE BOARD HONORS
ACCREDITATION
NATIONAL MERIT Semifinalists.....................................................................10 Commended......................................................................3 % of Class...........................................................................12
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
African American Recognition Scholars............................................................................1 Hispanic Recognition Scholars....................................1
MEMBERSHIPS Association of College Counselors Independent Schools (ACCIS) Founding Member National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) National Association of College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) The College Board Global Online Academy
STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES AP Scores – May 2023 73%
of students received a score of 3 or above in at least one AP exam
72%
of scores were 3 or above
46%
of scores were 4 or 5
SAT
53%
1200-1440
ACT
Class of 2023 took the SAT
67%
Class of 2023 took the ACT
Middle 50%
25-33
Middle 50%
WHERE PEMBROKE HILL GRADUATES ARE ENROLLED One-hundred percent of students pursue a 4-year college degree. For the classes of 2019-2023 (average class size is 105), two or more students have enrolled at the universities listed. American University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Arizona State University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Bard College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Barnard College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Boston College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Boston University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Brown University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bucknell University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Carleton College . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Carnegie Mellon University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Case Western Reserve University. . . . . . . 5 Clemson University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 College of Charleston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Colorado College . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 Colorado School of Mines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Columbia College Chicago . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Cornell University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Creighton University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Dartmouth College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Davidson College . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 Denison University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Elon University . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 Emory University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 George Washington University. . . . . . . . . . . 3 Georgetown University. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 Haverford College. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 Indiana University, Bloomington. .. .. .. .. 5 Johns Hopkins University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Kansas State University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Lake Forest College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Loyola Marymount University . .. .. .. .. .. 4 Loyola University Chicago. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Macalester College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Manhattan College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Massachusetts Institute of Tech . . . . . . . . . 3 Miami University, Oxford. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Middlebury College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 New York University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 North Carolina State University . .. .. .. .. 2 Northeastern University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Northwestern University. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 4 Oberlin College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pomona College . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 Princeton University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Purdue University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Reed College. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 Rhodes College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Rockhurst University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Saint Louis University . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 Santa Clara University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Sarah Lawrence College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Scripps College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Skidmore College . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 Southern Methodist University. . . . . . . . . . . 8 St. Olaf College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Stanford University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Texas A&M University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Texas Christian University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Tufts University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Tulane University of Louisiana . . . . . . . . . . . 7 United States Naval Academy . . . . . . . . . . . 2 University of Alabama. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 University of Tennessee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 University of Texas at Austin. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 University of Arizona . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 University of Arkansas . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 5 University of California, Berkeley . .. .. .. 2 University of Chicago . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 University of Colorado Boulder . .. .. .. .. 9 University of Denver . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 9 University of Kansas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 University of Miami. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 University of Michigan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 University of Missouri, Columbia. . . . . . . . 15
University of Missouri, KC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 University of Notre Dame . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 University of Pennsylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 University of Richmond. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4 University of San Diego . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 University of South Carolina . .. .. .. .. .. .. 2 University of Southern California. . . . . . . . 13 University of St Andrews. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 University of Virginia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 University of Washington, Seattle. . . . . . . 2 University of Wisconsin, Madison. .. .. .. 7 Vanderbilt University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Villanova University . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3 Wake Forest University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Washington and Lee University. .. .. .. .. 4 Washington U. in St. Louis . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 8 Wellesley College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Wesleyan University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Yale University . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 5
COLLEGE ENROLLMENT BY REGION
NORTHEAST 24%
WEST 24% MIDWEST 36%
SOUTH 15%
INTERNATIONAL 1%
170
62%
38%
38+
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES REPRESENTED
ENROLLED IN PRIVATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
ENROLLED IN PUBLIC COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
STATES WHERE STUDENTS ENROLLED
BRAD SHELLEY Head of School MIKE HILL Upper School Division Head
DAVID BURKE Director of College Counseling 816.936.1438 | dburke@pembrokehill.org
TOM MEDLOCK College Counselor 816.936.1458 | tmedlock@pembrokehill.org
LYDIA DAGENAIS College Counselor & Director of Testing 816.936.1437 | ldagenais@pembrokehill.org
TAMMY POTTENGER College Counselor 816.936.1471 | tpottenger@pembrokehill.org
5121 STATE LINE ROAD | KANSAS CITY, MO 64112 | 816.936.1200 | WWW.PEMBROKEHILL.ORG | College Board/ACT Code: 261715