Pace Brantley Hall School
School Notes Overview:
Pace-Brantley Hall School has been a Central Florida landmark since its founding in 1972 by Mrs. Mary E. Dunn. She was a visionary and pioneer in the field of learning differences. Since then PACE has been providing a quality education to students, grades 1-12 of average to above average intellect. For the past 37 years PACE has been achieving success! With tireless dedication and compassion, Mrs. Dunn steered the school towards the successful organization it is today. The school started with 10 students and 2 teachers at a rented facilities and today accomodates 125 students with 31 staff and faculty on a wooded 9 acre campus. Teaching methods at Pace combine the four different learning approaches incorporating all five senses. As each sense is visited, learning takes place on several levels. Pace Brantley-Hall School is fully accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools. It is also a member of the Florida Association of Independent Special Educational Facilities. Academic excellence is a hallmark of PACE-Brantley Hall School and each year a number of students have been inducted into the National Honor Society. The school has modern Audio/Visual teaching aids, and a recently-upgraded Computer Lab. The staff and faculty have the unique credentials and abilities to insure the success of our students....
School Overview:
Pace Brantley Hall School |
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| School Type | Special Education School | |
| School Membership(s) | State or regional independent school association | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1 - 12 | |
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | |
| Learning Differences Supported | ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, CAPD | |
| Year Founded | 1972 | |
| County | Seminole County, FL | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 122 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(FL) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 7% | 28% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 2 - 3 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 4 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 7 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 11 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 13 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 13 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 23 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 14 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 8 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 14 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 22 teachers | |
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 50% | |
| Average Class Size | 8 | |
| Number of AP Courses | 3 | |
| Classroom dress code | Formal (Navy or White Golf style shirts, Khaki pants or shorts, closed toe shoes) |
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This School |
(FL) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 8 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $13,385 | |
| Tuition Notes | Grades 1st through 8th - $13,385 Grades 9th through 12th - $13,855 Registration $500. We accept the Mckay Scholarship | |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% | |
| Head of School | Kathleen M. Shatlock | |
| Admissions Director | Barbara Winter | |
| Admissions Associate | Donna A. O'Neal | |
School Notes:
- Pace-Brantley Hall School has been a Central Florida landmark since its founding in 1972 by Mrs. Mary E. Dunn. She was a visionary and pioneer in the field of learning differences. Since then PACE has been providing a quality education to students, grades 1-12 of average to above average intellect. For the past 37 years PACE has been achieving success! With tireless dedication and compassion, Mrs. Dunn steered the school towards the successful organization it is today. The school started with 10 students and 2 teachers at a rented facilities and today accomodates 125 students with 31 staff and faculty on a wooded 9 acre campus. Teaching methods at Pace combine the four different learning approaches incorporating all five senses. As each sense is visited, learning takes place on several levels. Pace Brantley-Hall School is fully accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools. It is also a member of the Florida Association of Independent Special Educational Facilities. Academic excellence is a hallmark of PACE-Brantley Hall School and each year a number of students have been inducted into the National Honor Society. The school has modern Audio/Visual teaching aids, and a recently-upgraded Computer Lab. The staff and faculty have the unique credentials and abilities to insure the success of our students.
- Profile last updated: 08/05/2009
In the News:
- Bear Puts Central Fla. School On Lockdown (Local 10 Miami)
posted on September 22, 2009 at 02:06:39 pm
A Seminole County school was on lockdown after a black bear was found on its campus. - Bear Puts Central Fla. School On Lockdown (WJXT Jacksonville)
posted on September 22, 2009 at 02:01:44 pm
LONGWOOD, Fla. -- A Seminole County school was on lockdown after a black bear was found on its campus. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission told WKMG-TV that the bear was found on Pace-Brantley Hall School property Monday morning. - Bear in tree locks down school (FOX 35 Orlando)
posted on September 21, 2009 at 06:42:42 pm
Students at Pace Brantley Hall School on Sand Lake Road in Longwood were locked down for a short time Monday after a bear was seen walking around the property. Photo gallery - Bear goes to school; campus put on lockdown (Bay News 9 Tampa Bay)
posted on September 21, 2009 at 06:19:21 pm
The Pace-Brantley Hall School in Longwood was put on lockdown after a bear was spotted wandering around. - Bear sighting prompts lockdown at Longwood school (Florida Today)
posted on September 21, 2009 at 06:07:27 pm
LONGWOOD -- A Seminole County school is on lock down after a black bear was found on its campus, FLORIDA TODAY news partner WKMG Local 6 reports.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (32779) | School Zip (32779) |
(FL) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 29,345 people | 15,979,631 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 58% | 27% |
| Population Average Age | 41 years old | 38 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.7 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $76,806 | $40,558 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 7.2 rooms | 4.9 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 26 years old | 33 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (32779) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 82% / 18% | 66% / 34% |
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