The Columbus Academy
Tel: (614)509-2220
- The Columbus Academy is an independent coeducational Pre-K through 12 college-preparatory day school committed to academic excellence.
- Often noted as the area's most rigorous academic program, Columbus Academy is proud of its exceptional facilities and the students, faculty and staff who possess the dedication, talent, and enthusiasm that make Columbus Academy such a special place.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Independent Schools Association of the Central States |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1911 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 1087 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 30%
State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 140 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 65%
|
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 19 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Biology, Calculus 1, Calculus 2, Chemistry, Chinese, Comparative Government, Computer Science 1, Economics, English Composition, English Literature, Latin, Modern European History, Physics 1, Physics 2, Spanish Language, Statistics, US Government, US History, World History |
| Average SAT score | 1390 |
| Average ACT score | 29 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 10 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $23,700 |
| Tuition Notes | $2.5 million in need-based financial aid is available; merit scholarship program for new 9th grade students |
| % on Financial Aid | 20%
|
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $10,200 |
| Acceptance Rate | 47%
National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | John Wuorinen |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 15 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling |
School Notes
- The Columbus Academy is an independent coeducational Pre-K through 12 college-preparatory day school committed to academic excellence. Often noted as the area's most rigorous academic program, Columbus Academy is proud of its exceptional facilities and the students, faculty and staff who possess the dedication, talent, and enthusiasm that make Columbus Academy such a special place.
Profile last updated: 09/17/2015
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