Camperdown Academy
Tel:
(864) 244-8899
Camperdown Academy enables bright dyslexic students to achieve their maximum academic potential and provides educational outreach to help the community engage the full talents of dyslexic students and adults. The multi-sensory, individualized approach to education results in a 98.8% high school graduation rate for alumni. The school is recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Private Schools for Special Needs, and it is one of only a handful of schools nationwide accredited by the Orton-Gillingham Academy as both a training and teaching institution.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 1-8
- Students: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | State or regional independent school association Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia |
| Year Founded | 1986 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $1,800 |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | More information about Camp Creekside can be found on the website. |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 182 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 3% State avg.: 14% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 51 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 10 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (solid colored pants and solid colored polo shirt) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $22,000 |
| Tuition Notes | $24,650 for grades 3-8 $20,550 for grades 1-2 |
| % on Financial Aid | 27% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,000 |
| Admissions Director | Becky Zawadzki |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBasketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 1 extracurricular |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Late Stay options |
School Notes
- Students receive targeted instruction based on their learning profile. With a schoolwide student to teacher ratio of 3:1, teaching is individualized with a focus on the child learning how to advocate for his or her own educational needs. Camperdown Academy accepts applications year-round. More information can be found by visiting the website.
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