Thunderbird Adventist Academy
Tel:
(480)948-3300
- 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 (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 132 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,750
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Thunderbird Adventist Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
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- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Seventh Day Adventist |
| 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.: 38% |
| 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 courses |
| 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 |
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