Alexander-Smith Academy
School Notes Overview:
Alexander-Smith Academy was founded in 1968. Dedicated to the philosophy of individualized, educational instruction, ASA challenges students and enables them to realize their innate potential. Alexander-Smith Academy's mission is to offer a college-preparatory high school education in a relaxed, safe and comfortable environment. Students, teachers and advisors achieve an optimum learning atmosphere by working together. Treating students as young adults fosters graduates who are equipped to lead productive lives in a complex, pluralistic society. ASA's primary goal is to create an environment in which each student can aquire the knowledge necessary to develop intellectual maturity. A structured curriculum, which includes Honors and Advanced Placement course levels, is fundamental in achieving this goal, as are the unique five to seven students per class and daily tutorials....
School Overview:
Alexander-Smith Academy |
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| School Membership(s) | Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) | ||
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | ||
| Learning Differences Supported | Evaluated with documentation | ||
| Year Founded | 1968 | ||
| County | Harris County, TX | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 70 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
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| % Students of Color | 13% | 36% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 7 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 14 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 21 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 28 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 13 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 62% | ||
| Average Class Size | 7 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 8 | ||
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | ||
| Classroom dress code | Casual | ||
This School |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 170 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 5 hours | 7 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $22,800 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Tuition for the 2009-10 school year is $22,800 to be remitted in three payments of $7,600 each: at the time of registration, on October 1st and February 1st. | ||
| Head of School | David Arnold | ||
| Admissions Director | David Arnold | ||
| Admissions Associate | Margaret De La Garza | ||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 4 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Book Club | Intramural Basketball Team | ||
| National Honors Society | Volunteer Service Club | ||
School Notes:
- Alexander-Smith Academy was founded in 1968. Dedicated to the philosophy of individualized, educational instruction, ASA challenges students and enables them to realize their innate potential. Alexander-Smith Academy's mission is to offer a college-preparatory high school education in a relaxed, safe and comfortable environment. Students, teachers and advisors achieve an optimum learning atmosphere by working together. Treating students as young adults fosters graduates who are equipped to lead productive lives in a complex, pluralistic society. ASA's primary goal is to create an environment in which each student can aquire the knowledge necessary to develop intellectual maturity. A structured curriculum, which includes Honors and Advanced Placement course levels, is fundamental in achieving this goal, as are the unique five to seven students per class and daily tutorials.
- Profile last updated: 07/13/2009
In the News:
- Woodlands students among Prudential Spirit of Community Recognition honorees (The Woodlands Villager)
posted on April 4, 2009 at 12:32:43 am
Several local students are among 74 from the Houston area who will be honored April 8 at the Junior League of Houston with the Prudential Spirit of Community Recognition, the nation's largest youth recognition program, based solely on volunteerism.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (77042) | School Zip (77042) |
(TX) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 36,282 people | 20,844,411 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 55% | 23% |
| Population Average Age | 31 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.0 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $41,683 | $46,000 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 3.8 rooms | 5.2 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 30 years old | 33 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 26% / 74% | 59% / 41% |
School Map:
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