Marlborough School in Burbank, California

“Terrible choice for a school. NO time for a social life, does NOT represent a traditional high school experience. If you want to spend your entire life at home studying with no time for any extracurriculars, go ahead.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Having been a student at Marlborough for a full six years, I am certain that I am better person, citizen and friend because of my attendance. The teachers were dedicated to teaching me, and not just concerned about getting through the day. I am thankful my parents were supportive of my decision to attend. Going to Marlborough allowed me to get into the college of my choice, and to feel comfortable in a rigorous collegiate setting once I got there. Girls and parents should expect to get out of Marlborough exactly what they put in. Those who complain about the quality of education should first look to themselves. In my six years, I never had a teacher I did not believe in, even if they were not a particular favorite of mine. I cannot imagine that there is a better school in this country.”
This review was posted by a student.

“The environment is far too competitive for a high school. The girls are overly ambitious and catty.”
This review was posted by a student.

“I have loved my experience at Marlborough. The teachers are fantastic, the classes are interesting and challenging, and the friends I have made are irreplaceable. I have not yet entered the upperschool, so am not one to talk about homework, but speaking for the middle school I feel it is safe to say that though Marlborough is most definitely challenging, the homework load is no more difficult than that of Brentwood or Harvard-Westlake's. If one keeps in touch with old friends and is quite sociable when at parties or enjoys meeting new people it is not hard to manage a social life.”
This review was posted by a student.

“Marlborough is an outstanding school with every possible option for the girls. Many excel in math and science as well as in the arts and sports. It often seems as though they are getting a university level education in high school. They go on to top colleges and universities across the country. Teachers are outstanding--many have advanced degrees, several with PhDs. Class size is small and the girls get a great deal of attention. Academics are strongly emphasized. Parents are very involved.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“great school, good academic program, highly qualified teachers plenty of extracurriculars available (sports-volleyball, softball, tennis, soccer, basketball, swimming varsity and jv teams, dance, drama etc) only put off is the price, but it is well worth it.”
This review was posted by a student.

“Our daughter came from a wonderful private coed school where she loved her community, school, and friends. However, she wanted a different and more challenging experience during her high school years. There were many great schools to pick from (both in our area and beyond). She selected Marlborough which definitely falls into the 'beyond' category. She just completed her 1st year (9th grade). On her last day of school she 'thanked us' for allowing her to go to Marlborough. She said she was very happy there and grateful to be at that school. As a parent, all I can say is based on what I have observed from the very beginning: the students at Marlborough have been wonderful to her... the faculty the same... the parents very welcoming. As for the curriculum... yes... it was (and will continue to be) tough. This is what our daughter wanted & needed.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“I have to say Marlborough has been a huge dissapointment. After graduating from a private k-8 high school, she was accepted to marymount and marlborough. We decided to send her to marlborough since her friends were going there and we heard well about it. As her high school experience went on, she began to come home saying, the girls were too much like boys, and instead of teaching them to be leaders, they taught them how to do a man's job better than a man. The teachers were very undedicared and they didn't care about their jobs. I'm not saying we expected a frilly sissy all girls high school, but we didn't get what our expectations were, and this school does not fullfill their missionstatement. Overall--it was an unsatisfactory experience and i must say. The academic are overly stressfulWe should have sent her to Marymount.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Marlborough School is easily the best all-girls private school in the city, and quite possibly, the nation. From strong academics (over 30% of the graduating class goes to an Ivy League collge), to outstanding athletics (the Varsity Basketball team won the state championship last year), and exceptional arts (many students are the recipients of the Scholastic Art Awards), Marlborough is truly a school where anyone can thrive. Yes, the curriculum is challenging, but there are enough choices where a student can thrive in her own area, and still do extraordinarily well. Many students develop close relationships with their teachers, who are always willing to help and truly love their jobs. Though some students might not appreciate the single-sex environment, we all will in the years to come. It has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.”
This review was posted by a student.

“Marlborough School has been a great school for my daughter. She has had a lot of fun and enjoys going to a single sex school. The curriculum is very advanced and they challege the girls to do their best everyday. The campus is very pretty and is a contrast from the bustling city outside. There is a lot of safety and the discipline is great because girls have to follow an Honor Code and it is very unlikely for a girl to break it. Finally, the admissions office is trying to get a more diverse student population because the majority of the girls are white. However, the girls do not experience any kind of racial issues and they all get along. Marlborough is a great school for any girl”
This review was posted by a parent.

“This is perhaps the finest secondary school in the nation and I am pleased to be sending my daughter there. The quality of education, enthusiasm and professionalism of the staff, and the facilities are quite simply second-to-none.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Teachers and students are very involved. The curriculum is very challenging and the all girl environment helps the girls get along easier without having to worry about impressing anyone.”
This review was posted by a teacher.

“An amazing school! Has helped my daughter grow on many different levels. Rates highest A+!”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Fabulous school. Nurtures young women. Extremely challenging academically, but also very supportive and nurturing.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Excellent college prep. Promotes confidence and efficiency in math,sciences,literature,and the arts. My daughter emerged as a complete polished package....with 3 Ivy League scholarship offers.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“high quality education”
This review was posted by a former student.

“While Marlborough is a very demanding school, it is also one of extraordinary care and support for its students. It encourages real academic inquiry, and graduates of the school can excel at even the most rigorous universities--partly because they have been doing college-level work in high school. It is among the best independent schools in the nation.”
This review was posted by a parent.