The Fletcher Academy
Tel:
(919)782-5082
- The mission of The Fletcher Academy is to develop the human potential of students with learning differences in a joyful and nurturing environment where individualized instructional methods and leadership opportunities promote the development of academic, artistic, athletic, social and technical skills for life.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: 4-12
- Students: 111 students
- Yearly Tuition: $21,194
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Fletcher Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other associations(s) for exceptional children National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Other school association(s) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 4-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | ADD/ADHD/Dyslexia |
| Year Founded | 1981 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 111 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 24% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 78% |
| Average Class Size | 5 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Collared Shirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $21,194 |
| Tuition Notes | required non-refundable Enrollment Deposit (applied to tuition) and Tuition Refund Insurance optional Activity Fee |
| % on Financial Aid | 5% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $10,000 |
| Admissions Director | Tiffany Gregory |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field, Ultimate FrisbeeBasketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, |
School Notes
- 5:1 student to teacher ratio in Reading/Writing/Math. 10:1 in elective/core classes. All lunch and activity periods are faculty supervised. All students, all grades, end each day with class-sized and faculty-supervised Homework Hall. Many of our students are enrolled here for remediation with the intention of transitioning after a solid foundation of skills has been established, while many other students remain here to graduate based on his or her needs. High School coursework fulfill options and requirements for graduation from NC High Schools and entry into UNC-system colleges and NC community colleges. Dual accreditation from SACS/SAIS.
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