Journey Prep School (Closed 2019)

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Our mission at Journey Prep School is to strategically create an atmosphere that promotes academic excellence through an individualized approach to learning.
Full potential is realized by identifying and developing the social, emotional and academic systems of each individual.
Journey Prep School provides the students an academically invigorating environment which allows them to explore learning and embrace challenges with confidence.
We believe in shaping the members of our global society into citizens of the world who are able to face the future with strength of character and human purpose.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Styles differentiation, Giftedness, Anxiety, Dyslexia or Mild Disabilities
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Journey Prep School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform Requires: Khaki pants and Polo Shirt with Sappo Logo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
*Tuition varies according to grade and program*
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Michelle Bowers, Director
Admissions Associate
Barbara Becker

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Peer Tutoring and Mentorship Committee, Photography Club, SAT Prep: Math & English, Student Government, Yearbook Committee

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Instrument Lessons, Vocal Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball Intramural

School Notes

  • Sappo School receives public accolades for the ability to raise the level of learning for all students as an innovative Regents school. The faculty is trained through an activeresearch department to address individuality discovered through Learning Style and Personality Type Assessments.Parents form an organization that works closely with the faculty. Our Metholdology includes
  • Academic rigor with individual supports
  • 10/5 Program for Attention Span Improvement
  • 4:1 Commendation-Criticism Ratio for Positive Regard
  • Brain Work research and application
  • Career Assessments
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Journey Prep School cost?
Journey Prep School's tuition is approximately $30,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Journey Prep School?
The acceptance rate of Journey Prep School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Journey Prep School offer?
Journey Prep School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Badminton and Basketball.
When is the application deadline for Journey Prep School?
The application deadline for Journey Prep School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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