Allison Academy
Tel:
(305) 940-3922
- Allison Academy is committed to providing each student with opportunities to develop a positive self-concept through achieving success in a college preparatory curriculum.
- The self-esteem of each individual is vital to the development of a stable well-rounded person who can cope with life's challenges with confidence and good judgment.
- We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that builds self-esteem through a success oriented learning environment.
- We are an accredited (Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), SACS/CASI, (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools), AdvancED, Middle States Accreditation (MSA) and Ai (Accreditation International).
- We are a non-sectarian private school for students in grades 6-12.
- We are recognized and respected as a caring institution, providing individual, customized educational programs to meet students' needs and help them realize their dreams.
- Our Mission Statement is to provide quality educational programs with an emphasis on meeting individual needs through small class sizes and a nurturing environment where every student's self-esteem is valued and developed.
- We accept the responsibility of working in partnership with each student's' parents to create students who are endowed with a lifelong love of learning, healthy self-image, and positive attitude that will enable each student to grow academically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.
- The philosophy of the Allison Academy is to provide a learning environment and educational program of high quality to enhance the development of each individual student's social, emotional, intellectual, and academic growth.
- By providing a positive, democratic environment, the student will develop into a productive, self-confident citizen who recognizes the current social and environmental problems and understands the individual's responsibilities and value to society.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 97 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,000
- Acceptance rate: 84%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) AdvancED Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools Association of Independent Schools of Florida National Council for Private School Accreditation Accreditation International |
Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
Grades Offered | Grades 6-12 |
ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia, Mild Learning Disabilities, Reading and Math Remediation |
Year Founded | 1983 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Cost | $350 |
Summer Program Cost Notes | $50 registration, $350 per week. |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
Total Students | 97 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 38% State avg.: 44% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 11 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 60% |
Average Class Size | 12 students |
Number of AP Courses | 2 courses |
List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Advanced Courses | AP English Composition & Literature, AP English Literature and Composition |
Average SAT score | 1000 |
Average ACT score | 22 |
Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki pants/skirts,shorts, polo style shirts with logo) |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $17,000 |
Tuition Notes | Registration $450, Book Fee $600, Activity Fee $150 Tuition deposit $1000, Tuition accepted annually, by semester, or in 10 monthly installments. |
% on Financial Aid | 15% |
Average Financial Aid Grant | $3,000 |
Acceptance Rate | 84% National avg.: 85% |
Admissions Director | Dr. Allison |
Admissions Associate | Margaret Sheriff |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 6 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Art Club, Robotics Club, Rock Jazz Band., Running Club, Science Club, Student Government |
School Notes
- Allison Academy is a small school with a "family" atmosphere.
- We provide a full curriculum of courses that meet and exceed the State requirements for a high school diploma and for college/university entrance.
- We provide a wide range of electives including art, drama, journalism, yearbook, guitar, team sports, forensic science, anthropology, and personal finance.
- We have the following after school activities: rock/jazz band, art club, chess club, scrabble club, student government, dinner/ prom committee
- Sports available are the following: basketball, volleyball, tennis, track & field
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