The Independence Academy vs. Fortune Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Fortune Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
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Acceptance Rate
Overview
The Independence Academy serves 35 students in grades 5-12. The student:teacher of The Independence Academy is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Fortune Academy is the only Orton-Gillingham Academy accredited school in Indiana, providing a gold-standard education to students with language-based learning differences.
Our exceptional support team includes two full time Speech Language Pathologists and a team of part time Physical and Occupational Therapists. A full-time licenced clinical social worker and psychotherapist experienced in supporting neurodivergent students as well as a full time student success and executive function coach.
Our low 6:1 teacher ratio ensures personalized attention. All staff is trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach, guaranteeing a strong foundation for every learner.
Grades Offered
5-12
1-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Dyslexia, ADHD, auditory processing disorders, expressive language disorders, executive functioning difficulties, and other language based learning differences
Year Founded
2008
2000
Students Body
Total Students
35 students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
14%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 2 Students
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3
Grade 3 Students
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5
Grade 4 Students
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15
Grade 5 Students
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8
Grade 6 Students
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9
Grade 7 Students
6
11
Grade 8 Students
6
12
Grade 9 Students
7
6
Grade 10 Students
8
8
Grade 11 Students
3
12
Grade 12 Students
5
12
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
20 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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75%
Average Class Size
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6
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:4
1:5
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
(Khaki or navy pants, white, green or blue shirt, plaid jumpers)
(Khaki or navy pants, white, green or blue shirt, plaid jumpers)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$22,800
Tuition Notes
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Fortune Academy works diligently to maintain an affordable and accessible tuition.
In fact, Fortune Academy is proud to have the lowest tuition rate of any Orton-Gillingham Accredited school in the nation.
% on Financial Aid
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30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$5,000
Admissions Director
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Jennifer Van Vleet
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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8
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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ACT II Performers, Anime Club, Art club, Basketball Club, Fantasy Football Club, Girls Club, Lego Club, Student Council