Desert Academy
313 Camino Alire, Santa Fe, NM, 87501-0875 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (505)992-8284
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Desert Academy at Santa Fe is a college preparatory school dedicated to academic and personal excellence. We hope to receive approval from the International Baccalaureate Office to initiate our IB Diploma program in September 2008. We support and encourage the development of individual abilities in a community characterized by educational, ethnic, and cultural diversity. Students are involved, challenged, and empowered by a fully accredited college preparatory curriculum, a creative slate of electives, and a comprehensive athletic program. Our school culture fosters genuine civility, an appreciation for learning, and a commitment to character. ...read more  

School Overview:
Desert Academy
School Level High school
School Membership(s) State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 7 - 12
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Learning Differences Supported Learning specialist on staff
Year Founded 1994
County Santa Fe County, NM
Student Body
Total Students 162 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( NM ) High School Avg.
% Students of Color 22% 36%
Students by Grade
Grade 7 - 25 students
Grade 8 - 26 students
Grade 9 - 24 students
Grade 10 - 32 students
Grade 11 - 32 students
Grade 12 - 23 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 21 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 20%
Average Class Size 11
This School ( NM ) High School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:8 *Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 169 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Mar. 1 / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $14,600
Tuition Notes Merit Scholarships and financial aid available. Payment plans available
% on Financial Aid 35%
Headmaster Roger Frost
Admissions Director Margaret McNally
 
Sports:
Total Sports Offered 7

Sports
BasketballCross Country
GolfSoccer
SwimmingTrack and Field
Volley Ball 
 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 7

Extracurriculars
Theater Rock Band
Outdoor Club Student Government
NJHS NHS
Assistance Dogs of the West 
 
School Notes:
  • Desert Academy at Santa Fe is a college preparatory school dedicated to academic and personal excellence. We hope to receive approval from the International Baccalaureate Office to initiate our IB Diploma program in September 2008. We support and encourage the development of individual abilities in a community characterized by educational, ethnic, and cultural diversity. Students are involved, challenged, and empowered by a fully accredited college preparatory curriculum, a creative slate of electives, and a comprehensive athletic program. Our school culture fosters genuine civility, an appreciation for learning, and a commitment to character.
  • Profile last updated: 01/28/2008

School Zip Code:

About This Zip Code ( 87501 )
School Zip ( 87501 ) ( NM ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 40,414 people 1,814,374 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 47% 24%
Population Average Age 42 years old 34.6 years old
Average Household Size 2.2 persons 2.3 persons
Median Household Income $40,406 $38,851
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.2 rooms 5.1 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 36 years old 33 years old
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% Owning / % Renting 65% / 35% 65% / 35%
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  Nearby Schools:

1. Santa Fe Secondary School - 40 students - view location
2. Santa Fe Girls' School - 45 students - view location
3. Santa Fe Preparatory School - 341 students - view location
4. St Michaels High School - 782 students - view location
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