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Montverde Academy
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| School Membership(s) | Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) State or regional independent school association |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes | |
| Year Founded | 1912 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 971 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 47% (FL School Avg.: 34%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 61 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 16:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 58% | |
| Average Class Size | 18 students | |
| Number of AP Courses | 23 courses | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Advanced Courses
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| AP Art History | AP Biology | |
| AP Calculus AB | AP Calculus BC | |
| AP Chemistry | AP Chinese Language | |
| AP Computer Science A | AP English Language | |
| AP English Literature | AP Environmental Science | |
| AP European History | AP Government and Politics: Comparative | |
| AP Macroeconomics | AP Music Theory | |
| AP Physics B | AP Spanish Language | |
| AP Statistics | AP Studio Art/2-D | |
| AP Studio Art/3-D | AP Studio Art/Drawing | |
| AP U.S. Government and Politics | AP U.S. History | |
| AP World History | ||
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | |
| Classroom dress code | Formal | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $35,000 | |
| Tuition Notes | Boarding Tuition | |
| Admissions Director | Mr. Jon Hopman | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports | |
Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Equestrian | Football | |
| Golf | Soccer | |
| Softball | Swimming | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball | Weightlifting | |
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 25 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Academic Team | American Sign Language | |
| Bookworm Buddies | Chess Club | |
| Chinese Club | Choir/Chorus | |
| Computer Club | Drama | |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | International Thespian Society | |
| Irving Society | Juggling | |
| Junior Toastmasters | Key Club | |
| Knitting Club | Math Club | |
| Mentor Club | Model United Nations | |
| National Honor Society | Newspaper | |
| Orchestra | Science Club | |
| Step Team | Student Government | |
| Yearbook & Photography | ||
School Notes:
•Founded in 1912, Montverde Academy is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school serving grades PK3-12. The boarding program serves grades 7-12 and Post Graduate. Montverde Academy offers a challenging academic environment to students who have a strong desire to learn. Five generations of Montverde Academy graduates have been guided by three fundamental principles: Knowledge, Character and Community. These principles are illustrated in the classroom through Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Performance on Advanced Placement exams achieved better than 82% passing rate with 55% scoring 4 or higher. Achievement of college placement is evidenced by a 100% college acceptance rate. Accentuating the foundation of Montverde Academy's community is its exemplary educators who are committed to academic excellence. Montverde Academy has 61 full-time faculty members with 58% holding advanced degrees. Montverde Academy also places an emphasis on developing students physically through positive interscholastic competition. The Athletic Program is sanctioned through the Florida High School Athletic Association. A variety of individual and team sports at both Varsity and Junior Varsity levels facilitate student development. Numerous athletics and fine arts programs have achieved local, state, and national recognition. In the past eight years, 42 student athletes have earned scholarships to NCAA qualifying colleges and universities. Required involvement with fine arts, athletics, clubs and service organizations allow students to become positive contributors to the school and community. The educational experience provided by Montverde Academy creates opportunities for lifelong learning and global leadership.
Profile last updated: 08/31/2012
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