School Overview: |
Desert Academy
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| School Membership(s) | International Baccalaureate (IB) World School Independent Schools Association of the South West (ISAS) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 7 - 12 | |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes | |
| Learning Programs Supported | Learning specialist on staff | |
| Year Founded | 1994 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 169 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 24% (NM School Avg.: 45%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 20% | |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 1 / rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,385 | |
| Tuition Notes | Merit Scholarships and financial aid available. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 35% | |
| Admissions Director | Polly White | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 7 sports | |
Sports
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| Basketball | Cross Country | |
| Golf | Soccer | |
| Swimming | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball | ||
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 7 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Theater | Rock Band | |
| Outdoor Club | Student Government | |
| NJHS | NHS | |
| Assistance Dogs of the West | ||
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