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IMG Academy

IMG Academy is the world`s leading sports education brand, providing access and opportunity for student-athletes with an innovative suite of on-campus and online programming.
IMG Academy supports the entire student-athlete developmental journey offering 6th through 12th grade and post-graduate programs.
IMG Academy offers a one-of-a-kind and impossible-to-replicate growth environment where all students are competitive athletes unified in pursuit of their maximum potential, with a dedicated staff that works to empower student-athletes to "win their future," preparing them for college and life.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,351 students
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

IMG Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
1978
Colors
Blue; White; Black
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Campus Size
600

Student Body

Total Students
1,351 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
IMG Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2D Design, AP American History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Human Geography, AP Language & Composition, AP Micro/Macro Economics, AP Physics, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP World History
Average SAT score
1027
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies depending on services requested or required before enrolling. Please see website for details.
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lance Tackett
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Fishing Club, Green Team / Junior Green Team, International Club, Junior National Honor Society, Key Club International/Junior Key Club, Middle School Student Senate, Model UN, National Honor Society, Outdoor Adventure Club, Photography Club, Spirit Club, Student Activities Committee, Student Ambassadors, Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), Student Residential Assistant, UNICEF Club

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Ascender
  • IMG helps student-athletes win their future, preparing them for college and beyond.With an integrated approach to academics, athletics and personal development, IMG allows student-athletes to explore their passions without sacrificing one for another. Our community of teachers, coaches, specialists and staff demonstrate unmatched expertise in their fields, yet work as one with the unified goal of creating an environment where student-athletes thrive. Despite hailing from diverse backgrounds, our community of student-athletes shares a bond of dedication and an unwavering belief that galvanizes and creates ties that endure for life.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of IMG Academy?
The acceptance rate of IMG Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. IMG Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.
What sports does IMG Academy offer?
IMG Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. IMG Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is IMG Academy's ranking?
IMG Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for IMG Academy?
The application deadline for IMG Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,351 students
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Bradenton, FL is $10,382 for elementary schools and $11,434 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bradenton, FL is 62% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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