Palmetto Bay Academy

16637 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL, 33157
Tel: (786)293-5353
Grades: 6 - 12 | 25 students
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Palmetto Bay Academy provides a top quality educational alternative for secondary students who desire a small, nurturing environment. Our program has a proven record of success with students who aren't reaching their full potential in traditional public or private schools. We offer rigorous academics in a socially and emotionally supportive setting. All levels of instruction are available, from remedial to Advanced Placement. Our goal is to help students develop the values, motivation, and self-reliance that will successfully prepare them for the future.

School Overview:
Palmetto Bay Academy
School Type Alternative School
School Membership(s) Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Other special emphasis association(s)
Alternative School Network
National Coalition of Alternative Community Schools
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported ADD, ADHD, Processing, Gifted
Year Founded 2000
Student Body
Total Students 25 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 53% (FL School Avg.: 31%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 5:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 50%
Average Class Size 6 students
Number of AP Courses 15 courses
Average ACT score 24
Classroom dress code Casual
(khaki pants or skirt, polo with school logo)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $18,900
Admissions Director Mary Gross
Admissions Associate Mary Gross

School Notes:

    • Small class size (maximum 7 students)
    • Challenging academic content
    • Integrated computer technology
    • Online courses with audio and streaming video
    • Curriculum customized to student's level
    • Study skills and organizational strategies
    • Long and short term goal setting
    • Higher-level thinking, not memorization
    • Self-paced instruction
    • Accelerate learning or recapture credits
    • Nurturing, home-like environment
    • Field trips and enrichment activities
    • Community service component

    Profile last updated: 04/18/2013

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Nearby Schools:

Palmetto Bay Academy
Gr. 6-12 | 0 mi. away
Carpe Diem Academia
Gr. K-12 | 0.5 mi. away
Christ Fellowship Academy
Gr. PK-6 | 0.5 mi. away
Perrine Sda Elementary School
Gr. K-9 | 0.7 mi. away
Winhold Montessori Schools
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-K | 0.8 mi. away

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