17235 Seventh St., Montverde, FL 34756 - 
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Five generations of Montverde Academy graduates have been guided by three fundamental principles: Knowledge,Character and Community.Founded in 1912, Montverde Academy is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school serving grades PK3-12. The boarding program serves grades 7-12 and Post Graduate. Montverde Academy offers a challenging academic environment to students who have a strong desire to learn.
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Montverde Academy
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | Pre-K-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1912 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 125 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 890 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 20% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 43% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 35% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 18 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:14 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 23 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 58% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $8 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $35,000 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $10,800 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | n/a | 34% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | n/a | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Robin Revis-Pyke, Ph.D. | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 23 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP Studio Art/Drawing | AP Art History | |
| AP Biology | AP Calculus AB | |
| AP Calculus BC | AP Chemistry | |
| AP Chinese Language | AP Computer Science A | |
| AP English Language | AP English Literature | |
| AP European History | AP Government and Politics: Comparative | |
| AP Macroeconomics | AP Music Theory | |
| AP Physics B | AP Physics C | |
| AP Spanish Language | AP Statistics | |
| AP Studio Art/2-D | AP Studio Art/3-D | |
| AP U.S. Government and Politics | AP U.S. History | |
| AP World History | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 12 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Equestrian | Golf | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 26 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Academic Team | American Sign Language | |
| Bookworm Buddies | Chess Club | |
| Chinese Club | Choir/Chorus | |
| Computer Club | Drama | |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | International Thespian Society | |
| Irving Society | Juggling | |
| Junior Toastmasters | Key Club | |
| Knitting Club | Love Letters | |
| Math Club | Mentor Club | |
| Model United Nations | National Honor Society | |
| Newspaper | Orchestra | |
| Science Club | Step Team | |
| Student Government | Yearbook & Photography | |
School Notes:
- Founded in 1912, Montverde Academy is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school serving grades PK3-12. The boarding program serves grades 7-12 and Post Graduate. Montverde Academy offers a challenging academic environment to students who have a strong desire to learn. Five generations of Montverde Academy graduates have been guided by three fundamental principles: Knowledge, Character and Community. These principles are illustrated in the classroom through Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Performance on Advanced Placement exams achieved better than 82% passing rate with 55% scoring 4 or higher. Achievement of college placement is evidenced by a 100% college acceptance rate. Accentuating the foundation of Montverde Academy’s community is its exemplary educators who are committed to academic excellence. Montverde Academy has 61 full-time faculty members with 58% holding advanced degrees. Montverde Academy also places an emphasis on developing students physically through positive interscholastic competition. The Athletic Program is sanctioned through the Florida High School Athletic Association. A variety of individual and team sports at both Varsity and Junior Varsity levels facilitate student development. Numerous athletics and fine arts programs have achieved local, state, and national recognition. In the past eight years, 42 student athletes have earned scholarships to NCAA qualifying colleges and universities. Required involvement with fine arts, athletics, clubs and service organizations allow students to become positive contributors to the school and community. The educational experience provided by Montverde Academy creates opportunities for lifelong learning and global leadership.
- School accreditations: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS), Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC), Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Noel Cuevas - Signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers on 8/16/2010.
- Solomon Alabi - Drafted into the NBA on June 24, 2010. Plays for the Toronto Raptors.
- Luc Mbah a Moute - Draftred into the NBA. Plays for the Milwaukee Bucks
- Francisco Lindor - Drafted into the MLB, Top 10, Cleveland Indians
- Profile last updated: 12/14/2011
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