Takoma Academy Preparatory School
Sligo Adventist School is a Christ-Centered academically sound educational institution that is big enough to offer all the extras yet small enough to care.
Our MISSION: Sligo Adventist School believes in relevant Christ-centered education that fosters an environment of Spiritual Growth, Academic Excellence and Personal Accountability.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Students: 276 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,050
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Takoma Academy Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, ADD, ADHD
Year Founded
1917
Student Body
Total Students
276 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
21 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Students wear uniforms daily. Have chapel dress uniform.)
(Students wear uniforms daily. Have chapel dress uniform.)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on being a part of a constituent church, non-constituent church or a community member.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
L. Roo McKenzie
Admissions Associate
Brenda Peace
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Band after school, Cheerleading, Drill Team "Sligo Pathfinders", Handbell choir after school, Kaizen Karate after school, Praise Team after school, Steel Band after school, WAU Gymnastics after school
School Notes
- Reading and Writing Specialists
- Accelerated Reader "Independent Reading Program"
- Math & Science Labs
- Computer Instruction
- Library Science
- Before and After School Care Program
- Numerous after-school care programs.
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