Student Body

Brentwood College School has a larger student body than 83% of all schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Enrollment
  	Brentwood College School	Median of all other schools
  Gr. 8	24	25
  Gr. 9	78	40
  Gr. 10	123	40
  Gr. 11	163	43
  Gr. 12	146	43

• Why it matters

  While some researchers have looked to uncover the "ideal" school size, these studies often generalize student preferences and behaviours. Your real goal is to find what best suits your child’s needs. Smaller schools can offer a school-wide sense of connection, while larger schools often provide broader programming and opportunities. Also, note that per-grade enrollment often tells a more meaningful story than total enrollment alone (read topic guide).

This makes Brentwood College School like 91% of other schools we cover.

• Why it matters

  A school’s gender composition influences its social, academic, and extracurricular experiences. Coed schools often encourage collaboration across genders, while single-gender schools (all-boys or all-girls) may focus on specialized learning approaches (read topic guide).

Brentwood College School has a larger proportion of boarding students than 79% of its peer boarding schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Boarding students as a percentage of total enrollment
  	Brentwood College School	Median of all other boarding schools
  Gr. 9	71%	38%
  Gr. 10	77%	48%
  Gr. 11	82%	51%
  Gr. 12	83%	53%

• Why it matters

  The proportion of boarding students is an important factor in shaping a school’s culture. Large boarding populations may create an immersive environment, while smaller boarding communities may balance residential life with local engagement (read topic guide).

See how this ranks Brentwood College School below.

• Why it matters

  A diverse international student body offers opportunities for cultural exchange and a global perspective. These experiences can enhance your child’s understanding of different cultures and prepare them for a globalized world (read topic guide).

The percentage of students on financial aid at Brentwood College School is higher than 93% of all schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Percentage of students on financial aid
  Gr. 9	27%
  Gr. 10	27%
  Gr. 11	27%
  Gr. 12	27%

• Why it matters

  Financial aid reflects a school’s commitment to accessibility and socioeconomic diversity. These programs aim to create a richer community by bringing together students from varied backgrounds and experiences (read topic guide).