Donahue Academy

Donahue Academy is the PK-12 Catholic, classical school of Ave Maria Parish in Ave Maria, Florida.
Our mission is to encounter Christ and pursue excellence in all things.
Students deepen their love of God and others through the pursuit of all that is True, Good and Beautiful.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 359 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,875
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Donahue Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
359 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Donahue Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Average SAT score
1310
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Grades 9-12 Tuition = $10,875 Need based financial aid Accept Step up For Students
Admissions Director
Veronica Lendman

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Garden Club, Model UN, National Honor Society, Pro Life Club, Robotics, Running, Scholar Bowl, Student Life Committee

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Literary Magazine, Shakespeare Performance, Yearbook

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting

School Notes

A culture of excellence where students:
  • Ecounter Christ.
  • See truths in relation to each other.
  • Appreciatethe unity of all truth.
Our Catholic Educational Tradition:
  • Helps students encounter Christ In a personal relationship of authentic love.
  • Leads studentsto Jesus In the sacraments.
  • Includesstudy of Scripture.
  • Promotesservice and love for each other.
Our classical program:
  • Exposes the students to Truth, Beauty and Goodness.
  • Is structured and integrated.
  • Focuses on the acquisition of knowledge through reading original texts and classics.
  • Follows the classical Trivium of Grammar, Logic and Rhetoric.
  • Studies academic disciplines and essential truths that transcend the disciplines.
  • Develops a sense of wonder and a love for learning.
  • Trains the mind in the tools of learning.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Donahue Academy cost?
Donahue Academy's tuition is approximately $10,875 for private students.
What sports does Donahue Academy offer?
Donahue Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Donahue Academy's ranking?
Donahue Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest average SAT score, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Donahue Academy?
The application deadline for Donahue Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 359 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,875
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Collier County, FL is $11,069 for elementary schools and $13,129 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Collier County, FL is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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