The Central Academy is a court school created by Judge Peter J. Nemeth.
All children who attend the Academy must be on probation and court ordered to attend.
The Academy offers accelerated classes for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students, specialized tutoring and hands-on learning.
After school ends for the day and through the Day Reporting program, the family participates in parenting groups and family counseling.
The student participates in life skills training and group and individual counseling sessions.
Before a child returns to their home school, the child must have improved his/her behavior and attendance, completed the Day Reporting Program, and be able to test at the appropriate grade level in reading, spelling, and arithmetic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Central Academy is a court school created by Judge Peter J. Nemeth. All children who attend the Academy must be on probation and court ordered to attend. The Academy offers accelerated classes for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students, specialized tutoring and hands-on learning. After school ends for the day and through the Day Reporting program, the family participates in parenting groups and family counseling. The student participates in life skills training and group and individual counseling sessions. Before a child returns to their home school, the child must have improved his/her behavior and attendance, completed the Day Reporting Program, and be able to test at the appropriate grade level in reading, spelling, and arithmetic.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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