Montverde Academy

17235 7th Street, Montverde, FL, 34756-0347
Tel: (407)469-2561
Grades: PK - 12 | 971 students
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Five generations of Montverde Academy graduates have been guided by three fundamental principles: Knowledge,Character and Community. 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.

School Overview:
Montverde Academy
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
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
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
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Cross Country
Equestrian Football
Golf Soccer
Softball Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball Weightlifting
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 25 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
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

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  • •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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Gr. K-5 | 4 mi. away
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Orlando Christian School
Gr. K-6 | 5.4 mi. away

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