5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel (Tampa), FL 33543 - 
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Saddlebrook Preparatory School is an independent school located on the grounds of Saddlebrook Resort. Saddlebrook Preps's unique program combines a fully accredited, high level, college prepartory accademics with a student's choice of either our intense Arnold Palmer Golf Academy or Saddlebrook Tennis Program.
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Saddlebrook
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 3-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1992 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 480 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 100 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 5% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 50% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 50% | 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 | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | n/a | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 2 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 30% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $55,000 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $16,135 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | n/a | 33% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | n/a | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Larry Robison | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Mark Shepherd | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
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School Notes:
- Saddlebrook Prep offers:
- The school, student housing, dining, and training facilities are all located in a secure, gated community and are all within a short walking distance from one another.
- Located in Tampa, Florida, we have weather that allows for year round training.
- ESOL classes available for those students who want to learn English.
- Low student/teacher ratio.
- Alumni continue on to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in their chosen sport.
- All Grand Slam tennis court surfaces on property accessible to students.
- Two 18-hole Arnold Palmer golf courses on property and students play at least two full rounds each week.
- Complete and intense fitness training.
- School accreditations: FCIS; SACS
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Nearby Boarding Schools:
- Admiral Farragut Academy - 372 students - 40.5 mi. away - view location
- Montverde Academy - 890 students - 46.9 mi. away - view location
- Windermere Preparatory School - 950 students - 49.0 mi. away - view location
- Lake Mary Preparatory School - 650 students - 71.2 mi. away - view location
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