Governor French Academy (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 107 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,922
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Governor French Academy
Pre-K	15
Kind	15
1	14
2	8
3	12
4	5
5	3
6	8
7	2
8	4
9	5
10	9
11	6
12	1

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Yes

Year Founded

1983

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

107 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

59%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

38%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Chemistry

AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and Composition

AP Music TheoryAP Psychology

AP StatisticsAP United States Government and Politics

AP United States HistoryAP World History: Modern

Average SAT score

1210

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,922

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Summer Program Cost

$725

% on Financial Aid

18%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

96%

Admissions Director

Kim Powers

Admissions Associate

Admissions Office

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubDrama Club

Key ClubStudent Council

World Language ClubYouth and Government

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramural Softball

School Notes

Governor French Academy is a coeducational college-preparatory school for students in Kindergarten Preparatory through grade 12. Governor French Academy seeks to perform three specific services to the parents of serious students: the finest preparation for college and advanced educational work; complete preparation for college testing procedures; and professional and detailed assistance for parents in obtaining substantial college financial aid.

School Motto: Do your best and go to class
School Mascot: Lionheart

Governor French Academy is a coeducatinal PK through 12th grade school. Students are assessed at the begining of each term and placed within the curriculm based on each student's ability. Advance placement cources are available as well as accomadations for students to recieve dual enrollment and dual credit courses. We enroll students as early as 3 years old. Classes are limited to 20 students within each classroom. Para Professionals aid teachers in providing the most individual instruction possible both for special needs and advanced placement.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Governor French Academy cost?

Governor French Academy's tuition is approximately $8,922 for private students and $725 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Governor French Academy?

The acceptance rate of Governor French Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Governor French Academy offer?

Governor French Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Soccer and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Governor French Academy?

The application deadline for Governor French Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 7/11/2026

I highly recommend this school. It has been a great learning experience for both of my children with their supportive environment, engaging academic excellence, diverse learning environment, and high expectation for student achievement.

- Posted by Parent - Heather S.

5 6/28/2020

It's a small school with personalized learning and dedicated teachers. Students are given many opportunities to excel with academic competitions, science fairs, Youth and Government, etc. They have a rigorous college prep program as opposed to only standardized test preparation common to many public schools.

- Posted by Parent - C

5 6/25/2020

I have 2 daughters at Governor French Academy (ages 8 & 5). Both girls were enrolled at age 4, so we've been a part of the school for several years now. I can honestly say that we absolutely love & appreciate the faculty & curriculum at GFA! The teachers are focused on providing the best education possible & I can see the progress in my children's learning & progress. I highly recommend this school!

- Posted by Parent - Patika

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The average private school tuition in St. Clair County, IL is $5,259 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in St. Clair County, IL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).