Coleen Brickhouse founded her school to be a place where all students could expect to experience personal, academic and social growth.
The staff and teachers at Brickhouse Academy are committed to individualizing each students' learning experience to optimize success.
The small class setting and student-centered programing offer students the support they need to develop positive self-images, self-reliance and strong academic foundations.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences and School Anxiety
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Brickhouse Academy polo and khaki pants or shorts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is payable over a 10-month period. McKay Scholarships and Step-Up Scholarships accepted.
School Notes
- Coleen Brickhouse founded her school to be a place where all students could expect to experience personal, academic and social growth. The staff and teachers at Brickhouse Academy are committed to individualizing each students' learning experience to optimize success. The small class setting and student-centered programing offer students the support they need to develop positive self-images, self-reliance and strong academic foundations.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Brickhouse Academy?
The application deadline for Brickhouse Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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