Southwestern Academy
Beaver Creek Ranch Campus, Sedona, AZ, 86339-0863 - View a map of this school Map
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School Notes Overview:

The Beaver Creek Ranch Campus of Southwestern Academy offers a intimate, international learning environment for students seeking a college preparatory education. Small class sizes, a beautiful 185 acre campus in one of the most scenic areas of the Southwest and an experienced, caring faculty help students to reach their potential and succeed in college. Our campus emphasizes outdoor learning and recreation. ...read more  

School Overview:
Southwestern Academy
School Level High school
School Membership(s) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Learning Differences Supported Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded 1924
County Yavapai County, AZ
Student Body
Total Students 40 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( AZ ) High School Avg.
% Students of Color 50% 36%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 10 students
Grade 10 - 10 students
Grade 11 - 8 students
Grade 12 - 12 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 8 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 37%
Average Class Size 6
Number of AP Courses 5
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Casual
This School ( AZ ) High School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:5 *Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 177 days 177 days
Hours in School Day for Students 8 hours 7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Aug. 15 / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $29,500
Tuition Notes Cost is for US boarding students; aid is available for outstanding applicants.
% on Financial Aid 20%
Average Financial Aid Grant $15,000
Acceptance Rate 60%
Headmaster Robert Bufton
Admissions Director Al Zamora
Admissions Associate Brian Thomas
 
Sports:
Total Sports Offered 6

Sports
BasketballCross Country
EquestrianGolf
SoccerVolley Ball
 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 13

Extracurriculars
Student GovernmentSporting Clays
Rock ClimbingPhotography
Mountain BikingLaCrosse
International ClubIndoor climbing
EquestrianDrama
CanyoneeringCamping
Arizona Heritage 
 
School Notes:
  • Southwestern Academy seeks students who:
  • Are serious about preparing for college
  • Want small class sizes and individual attention from their teachers
  • Are willing to be challenged to think independently and who want to take an active role in their own education
  • Want to be part of a small and close-knit campus community with students from around the world
  • Are willing to serve others and are generous with their time and talents
  • Are excited about outdoor learning and outdoor activities
  • Enjoy nature and who are interested in caring for the environment
  • Profile last updated: 02/10/2008

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About This Zip Code ( 86339 )
School Zip ( 86339 ) ( AZ ) State Average
Population (Approximate) n/a 5,130,874 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree n/a 25%
Population Average Age n/a 34.2 years old
Average Household Size n/a 2.4 persons
Median Household Income n/a $43,318
Avg. # of Rooms in Household n/a 4.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure n/a 30 years old
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% Owning / % Renting n/a / n/a 60% / 40%
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1. Verde Valley School - 120 students - view location
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