Academy Of Christian Leadership (Closed 2022)

3429 Route 9
Valatie, NY 12184
ACL offers a unique program of 4 days of classical academics with an optional Friday Enrichment Program that takes students outside the classroom.
Monday through Thursday students attend ACL from 8:15am to 4:00pm.
Fridays allow activities such as museum trips, hikes, all day sports, community service, special speakers, and a variety of other options.
Fridays also allow families to schedule appointments or enjoy a long weekend together.
ACL is registered with the State of New York and issues Regents and Advanced Regents diplomas.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2003

Student Body

Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academy Of Christian Leadership Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Advanced Courses
Chemistry

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Income adjusted - 75% of students below full tuition.
% on Financial Aid
75%

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Drama Club

School Notes

  • Classical Christian School
  • 4-Day Academic Week
  • Friday Enrichment Program
  • Regents/Advanced Regents Diplomas
  • Small Class Sizes
  • Extensive Art Program
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Academy Of Christian Leadership cost?
Academy Of Christian Leadership's tuition is approximately $7,500 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Academy Of Christian Leadership?
The application deadline for Academy Of Christian Leadership is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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