Mission Statement Westlake Preparatory School & Academy will create and secure a safe, comfortable, and peaceable school environment where every student will be provided with the best opportunity to learn in an educational format that provides a high degree of academic engagement, organization, motivation and will demonstrate the importance of becoming lifelong learners to ensure both academic and personal success. Our Students Westlake Preparatory School offers three academic placements serving a wide range of diverse students. College Preparatory Program, Serving gifted, above-average, and average college bound students Summit Point Program,educating mainstreamed students with a documented learning disability with academic intervention and support. Westlake Academy provides a year round,individualized,alternative educational modelfor students with specific learning challenges, special needs and developmental disabilities.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,000
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Westlake Preparatory School & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ESE and Special Needs in our Academy Program
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
154 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
Biology, Chemistry
Average SAT score
1210
Average ACT score
28
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Shirts and Khaki/Navy Bottoms
Uniform Shirts and Khaki/Navy Bottoms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,000
Tuition Notes
Annual Matriculation, Registration and fees: 1195.00
Tuition approximates:
Elementary: 15000. Middle: 17000. High: 19000
Academy: 26000.
Summer Program Cost
$1,200
Summer Program Cost Notes
1200 per credit
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Dr. Rolin
Admissions Associate
Tiffany Hernandez
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Journalism Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
3D Printing, Art, Music class
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Travel teams
Chess Club, Journalism Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
3D Printing, Art, Music class
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Travel teams
School Notes
- Today, after over 25 years, Westlake`s combined academic community, Preparatory, Summit and Academy, is unique because it provides such a diverse range of academic placements and opportunities, permitting each of our students to be positioned in the best learning environment for them and receive the support, challenges and encouragement needed as they grow in academic ability and personal strength.Westlake is recognized as a good school for all students. We help students reach their academic potential within a safe, uniquely supportive and progressive educational environment. Westlake students are instructed using classroom lecture combined with a preceptorial system of acceleration and enrichment where each student receives personal attention. Westlake's is specially designed to encourage critical thinking and improve each student's academic abilities and study skills. Westlake's curriculum continues through all our grades, elementary, middle and high school as an individually designed college preparatory curriculum. Westlake's students are selected from a wide variety of academic and social backgrounds. It is the goal of Westlake's admissions policy to bring together a diverse `mix' of students with many different skills, academic, artistic, athletic and social.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Westlake Preparatory School & Academy cost?
Westlake Preparatory School & Academy's tuition is approximately $16,000 for private students and $1,200 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Westlake Preparatory School & Academy?
The acceptance rate of Westlake Preparatory School & Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Westlake Preparatory School & Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Westlake Preparatory School & Academy offer?
Westlake Preparatory School & Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football and Track and Field.
What is Westlake Preparatory School & Academy's ranking?
Westlake Preparatory School & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest average ACT score and Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Westlake Preparatory School & Academy?
The application deadline for Westlake Preparatory School & Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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