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Cyprus Classical Academy

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $24,650
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Cyprus Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Gifted Students
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Cyprus Classical Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
6 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Algebra, Algebra 2, AP Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Environmental Science, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, AP US Government and Politics, AP US History, Calculus, Chinese, Geometry, Honors Creative Writing, Honors History, Honors Language Arts, Honors Literature and Composition, Logic (college level), Pre AP Courses, PreCalculus
Average Percentile SSAT
99%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Cyprus offers financial assistance and scholarship opportunities.
Summer Program Cost
$3,200
Summer Program Cost Notes
Through CSMA
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,500
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Michelle Wallick
Admissions Associate
Julie Shipway
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Orchestra


Club or Organization:
Math Teams, STEM Classes


Arts and Music Programs:
Artist Development, Drama, Instrument Lessons, Music Ensembles, Musician Development

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Sapere Aude Dare to be wise!'
  • Cyprus Classical Academy is a private, independent school specializing in the education of gifted and advanced learners ages 413. Located in Burnsville, Minnesota, Cyprus offers both an on-site program and a fully synchronous online school, providing families locally and nationally with access to high-quality, ability-based education.
  • At Cyprus, students are grouped by skill level rather than age, allowing them to learn at their own pace in each subject. Whether a child is reading several years ahead or exploring upper-level math concepts at an early age, our curriculum adapts to meet their needs. This ability-based model ensures that each student is appropriately challenged, supported, and inspired.
  • Our programs focus on critical thinking, creativity, and character development, with an emphasis on small class sizes, individualized instruction, and a nurturing academic environment. The school's culture is built on values of kindness, respect, and responsibility, and students are encouraged to become curious, motivated, and compassionate learners.
  • The online program mirrors the structure and rigor of our on-campus program, with live, teacher-led instruction in all subjects. Students learn in real time, collaborate with peers, and receive personalized attention from experienced educators who understand the needs of gifted children.
  • Admission is selective. Students must demonstrate intellectual readiness and motivation, typically through IQ testing, recommendations, and a holistic review of their learning history.
  • Cyprus Classical Academy is committed to helping each child reach their full potential through a customized, engaging, and enriching educational experience.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cyprus Classical Academy cost?
Cyprus Classical Academy's tuition is approximately $24,650 for private students and $3,200 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Cyprus Classical Academy?
The acceptance rate of Cyprus Classical Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 86%.
Does Cyprus Classical Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Cyprus Classical Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Cyprus Classical Academy?
The application deadline for Cyprus Classical Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
If you are looking for a school for a gifted child who will be able to learn in a ability-based curriculum rather than age based - Cyprus Academy seems to be the only choice. My son is 6 yrs old, but already knows the school is much more able to teach him and make him smarter in smaller settings. He is more engaged with a accelerated curriculum. Overall highly recommended!The smaller class rooms enable children to interact with more engaged and available teachers and this leads to a marked uptick in confidence, social interactions with adults, vocabulary and sentence structure. Usually a highly academically focused school compromises on extracurriculars e.g. Plays/Dramas, Music (piano, guitar, vocals) or crafts but Cyprus has done really well in bringing the parents together and children showcasing these abilities on a regular basis. Overall I am very happy with the choice of school
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5  
During my son's kindergarten year at a traditional private school, he was struggling. His teachers thought he had behavior and attention issues and sent him out of the classroom regularly because they didn't know what to do with him. We decided to have him tested and realized his IQ was very high, and that his boredom in class was causing his attention and behavior struggles. His school wasn't willing to work with us in terms of offering more challenging work, so we started to look elsewhere. Finding Cyprus Classical Academy was the answer to our prayers. Within weeks of switching him to Cyprus, our son came alive. He was happy to go to school in the mornings. He came home excited and energized. No longer was he frustrated and angry in the evenings. We truly got our family back after making this switch and we could not be happier. One year later, he is continuing to flourish. The teachers and staff at Cyprus have been so accommodating and welcoming to him and he is thriving like I never expected. The subject matter he is learning is phenomenal, the small class sizes tailored to his ability are wonderful, and the community of committed staff and parents is great to see in action. I would highly recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a new fit for their child. It may be just what you are looking for!
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5  
I don't know what we would have done without Cyprus. For us, it isn't so much that our child is working above grade level, it's about how the teachers at Cyprus cultivate a true love for learning and inquiry in these kids. A lot of brilliant kids have their spirits squashed in a typical school. At Cyprus, it's like the complete opposite happens. Their little sponge-brains get to soak up the most amazing stuff, and you can just see how thrilled it makes them.
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5  
Excellent school and staff. Both of my kids were bored with the typical elementary program. After switching to this school, they are having fun learning and are challenged to their full potential. This school has talented, well educated staff teaching the kids, and they keep them interested in learning. Very strong musician and artist development programs with well known composers, music teachers, and artists who are engaged. The children are developed to their full potential. Teachers also recognize talent in other areas and work with the students to develop those talents. The school feels like a small community and most parents volunteer or even teach at the school. Like another parent commented, I have a kindergarten son who barely knew his letters and was reading beyond the third grade level by the end of kindergarten. His math is also very strong thanks to the Singapore math curriculum. Lego physics and actual science experiments start in kindergarten. This tops the cake! Your child will thrive here!
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5  
This school is great, my daughter was way ahead of the game in public kindergarten and I FINALLY found something that will challenge her! She is at the end of her "Kindergarten" year and is reading at a 3rd grade level! Her math has also sky rocketed. They took a little girl who picks things up very quickly and allowed her to keep moving through material! I cannot say enough good things about this school.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $24,650
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Dakota County, MN is $12,924 for elementary schools and $19,466 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Dakota County, MN is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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