Academy Of The Holy Names

The Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic, independent, co-educational elementary school and a college preparatory high school for young women, sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary.
Our mission is to develop the spiritual, academic, personal, and physical growth of each student within an atmosphere of care and concern; to provide quality educational opportunities for students of diverse ethnic, economic and religious backgrounds; and to encourage each student to realize his/her full potential as an intelligent, cultural, spiritual and socially aware individual.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 972 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Feb. 2 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Academy Of The Holy Names ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1881

Student Body

Total Students
972 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Academy Of The Holy Names Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
Average SAT score
1300
Average ACT score
26
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / Feb. 2 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Range of $11,680-$18,420 for grades Pk-12.
% on Financial Aid
33%
Admissions Director
Pamela Doherty
Admissions Associate
Amanda Faunce

Sports

School Notes

  • The Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic, independent, co-educational elementary school and a college preparatory high school for young women, sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. Our mission is to develop the spiritual, academic, personal, and physical growth of each student within an atmosphere of care and concern; to provide quality educational opportunities for students of diverse ethnic, economic and religious backgrounds; and to encourage each student to realize his/her full potential as an intelligent, cultural, spiritual and socially aware individual.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Academy Of The Holy Names offer?
Academy Of The Holy Names offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Academy Of The Holy Names is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is Academy Of The Holy Names's ranking?
Academy Of The Holy Names ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest average SAT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Academy Of The Holy Names?
The application deadline for Academy Of The Holy Names is Dec. 1 / Feb. 2 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Feb. 2 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 972 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Feb. 2 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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