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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

2002

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

32 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

6 students

Average SAT score

1140

(Out of 1600)

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,200

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is $7200 monthly for an average of 15 months.

Admissions Director

Don Vardell

Admissions Associate

Katie Rainer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

CulinaryFencing

GamingMusic and Arts

SkiingSnowboarding

Sports

Recreational Athletic Programs:

BasketballSoccer

School Notes

Shortridge Academy is a therapeutic and college-preparatory educational community that is guided by the evidenced-based Positive Youth Development (PYD) perspective.
Our goal is to provide students with an environment of consistent boundaries, expectations, and healthy relationships to support their development into successful adulthood.
The Academy’s belief is that education is most effective when individuals are provided with structured and meaningful growth and appropriate learning opportunities that are seamlessly integrated.
Shortridge Academy is committed to providing a therapeutically supportive and educationally inspiring residential boarding school experience.
Our unique model encourages students to overcome emotional obstacles in order to reclaim creativity, curiosity, confidence, and the leadership skills to make positive contributions to themselves, their families, and the larger society.
By integrating intellectual growth, personal growth, and collaborative learning, we ensure that students are presented with positive alternatives to negative behavior and unhealthy decision making.

Shortridge Academy is a therapeutic and college-preparatory educational community that is guided by the evidenced-based Positive Youth Development (PYD) perspective. Our goal is to provide students with an environment of consistent boundaries, expectations, and healthy relationships to support their development into successful adulthood. The Academy’s belief is that education is most effective when individuals are provided with structured and meaningful growth and appropriate learning opportunities that are seamlessly integrated. Shortridge Academy is committed to providing a therapeutically supportive and educationally inspiring residential boarding school experience. Our unique model encourages students to overcome emotional obstacles in order to reclaim creativity, curiosity, confidence, and the leadership skills to make positive contributions to themselves, their families, and the larger society. By integrating intellectual growth, personal growth, and collaborative learning, we ensure that students are presented with positive alternatives to negative behavior and unhealthy decision making.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shortridge Academy cost?

Shortridge Academy's tuition is approximately $7,200 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Shortridge Academy?

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

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