Hobe Sound Christian Academy vs. The Pine School
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
Hobe Sound Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
The Pine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
Overview
Hobe Sound Christian Academy provides a quality education in a Christian environment.
It is an education that trains the whole person intellectually, spiritually, and socially to be a servant leader.
Our program combines academic excellence, spiritual commitment, community service, and personal concern for each student.
At The Pine School, students from Kindergarten through Upper School have an opportunity to fulfill their potential within a safe and supportive academic environment.
Since its inception in 1969, The Pine School has stood for academic rigor, strong moral character, and a commitment to excellence.
These hallmarks of the school are apparent on our campus, in our classrooms, on the athletic field, in the performing arts, and in the co-curricular activities of our students.
As an independent school, The Pine School builds its program around its commitment to each individual student.
The latest research into educational growth and development is incorporated into the curriculum, designed to address the needs of students in the 21st century.
Arts and athletics are integrated into the program of every student.
Grades Offered
PK-12
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Year Founded
1960
1969
Students Body
Total Students
232 students
346 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
16%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
7
-
Pre-K Students
23
-
Kindergarten Students
18
12
Grade 1 Students
11
14
Grade 2 Students
11
16
Grade 3 Students
20
15
Grade 4 Students
12
16
Grade 5 Students
15
19
Grade 6 Students
22
31
Grade 7 Students
21
35
Grade 8 Students
15
36
Grade 9 Students
21
39
Grade 10 Students
12
35
Grade 11 Students
12
44
Grade 12 Students
12
34
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
47 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
25%
75%
Average Class Size
16
12
Number of AP Classes
n/a
18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:7
Average SAT score
1030
1230
Average ACT score
n/a
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Casual
(School Shirt and Khakis)
(School Shirt and Khakis)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$4,900
n/a
Tuition Notes
Families receive a discount for second and third child.
Tuition level varies based on grade level and financial aid offered
% on Financial Aid
50%
28%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
$9,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
85%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Becky Veyon
Beth Lettengarver
Admissions Associate
n/a
Carol Dee Ankrom
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
14
Sports
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
3
18
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Band, Choir, Summer International Mission Trips
Beta Club, Chess Club, Chorus, Concert Band, Dance Program, Environmental Club, Habitat for Humanity Club, Interact (Rotary) Club, Invention Dimension Challenge Club, Jazz Ensemble, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Red Cross Club, Steel Pan Ensemble, Student Government, Surf Club, Theater Program