Alexander-Smith Academy
10255 Richmond Ave. #100, Houston, TX, 77042-0770 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (713)266-0920
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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. ...read more  

School Overview:
Alexander-Smith Academy
School Level High school
School Membership(s) National Coalition of Girls Schools
Religious Affiliation Other
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 ( TX ) High School Avg.
% Students of Color 13% 35%
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 ( TX ) High School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 1:9
*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 2008-09 school year is $22,800 to be remitted in three payments of $7,600 each: at the time of registration, on October 1
Headmaster David Arnold
Admissions Director David Arnold
Admissions Associate Margaret De La Garza
 
Extracurricular:    
Total Extracurricular Organizations 4

Extracurriculars
Volunteer Service ClubNational Honors Society
Intramural Basketball TeamBook 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: 02/12/2008
 
School Zip Code:
About This Zip Code ( 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 29 years old 33 years old
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Median Value of Housing Unit
Zipcode (77042)



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% Owning / % Renting 26% / 74% 59% / 41%
 
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