Thunderbird Adventist Academy
Thunderbird Academy is a private, co-ed Christian high-school and boarding academy, teaching grades 9-12, and is located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
TAA is truly committed to providing each of its students with a solid, Christ-centered, Seventh-day Adventist education which will prepare them for both college and life.
Since its early beginnings in 1920 as Arizona Academy, Thunderbird has grown to become an educational institution which embraces a philosophy that focuses on preparation for life.
Thunderbird strongly believes in the uniqueness and value of the individual and is committed to challenging each student to become the best they can be.
Thunderbird Adventist Academy embraces a philosophy that maintains education is a preparation for life ' life in its present and eternal context, recognizing God as the source of all knowledge and wisdom.
Thunderbird Adventist Academy believes in the uniqueness and value of the individual and is committed to challenging each student.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 132 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,750
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Thunderbird Adventist Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1953
Student Body
Total Students
132 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,750
Tuition Notes
Dorm Rates
Day School Rates &7650
% on Financial Aid
16%
Admissions Director
Sherrie Warren
School Notes
- Thunderbird Academy is a private, co-ed Christian high-school and boarding academy, teaching grades 9-12, and is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. TAA is truly committed to providing each of its students with a solid, Christ-centered, Seventh-day Adventist education which will prepare them for both college and life. Since its early beginnings in 1920 as Arizona Academy, Thunderbird has grown to become an educational institution which embraces a philosophy that focuses on preparation for life. Thunderbird strongly believes in the uniqueness and value of the individual and is committed to challenging each student to become the best they can be. Thunderbird Adventist Academy embraces a philosophy that maintains education is a preparation for life ' life in its present and eternal context, recognizing God as the source of all knowledge and wisdom. Thunderbird Adventist Academy believes in the uniqueness and value of the individual and is committed to challenging each student.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Thunderbird Christian Elementary School (0.0 miles away)
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