Grand River Academy
Grand River Academy, founded in 1831, is located in northeast Ohio, about an hour east of Cleveland.
GRA is a college preparatory boarding and day school that helps young men, grades 8 - 12 with a Post Graduate option as well, activate their academic, emotional and social potential and prepares them for lifelong success.
In addition to the traditional school year, GRA offers a four-week Summer Academy and also has a 100% college acceptance rate among graduates.
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| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | Grand River Academy | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1831 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 230 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 100 students | 306 students |
| % Students of Color | 15% | 25% |
| % International Students | 20% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 80% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1150 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 22 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Dress shirt, dress pants, dress shoes and tie) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 10 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $5,500 | |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $2 million | $23 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $49,500 | $58,935 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $10,000 | $32,900 |
| Tuition international students | $57,650 | $53,975 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $45,800 | $43,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 30% | 40% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Austin Farber | |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 10 | 18 |
| Courses | Algebra 2, Calculus, Chemistry, English, Geometry, History, Philosophy, Physics | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 9 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Computer Club, Peer Leaders, Service Club or Organization: Animation Club, Fishing Club, Outdoor Adventure Club Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Digital Art Recreational Athletic Programs: Skiing | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 1999 - 2000 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| College of London | 1 | |
| DePaul University | 1 | |
| Kent State University | 1 | |
| Mercyhurst University | 1 | |
| New York University | 1 | |
| Perdue University | 1 | |
| SCAD | 1 | |
| University of Minnesota | 1 | |
| University of Utah | 1 | |
| Walsh University | 1 | |
School Notes
- GRA offers a college-prep curriculum with smaller class sizes (6:1 student:teacher ratio), and focused attention on the individual student. Learning is also emphasized outside of the classroom, as our program helps to develop young men emotionally and socially as well.
- Extracurricular activities include a variety of varsity sports, a no-cut athletic policy, and clubs/organizations that are student driven by current interests.
- Foundations Learning Program that is a credited, elective course that builds the foundation for academic success through comprehensive educational support. Includes a learning style inventory and assessment and daily sessions that are designed to promote independent learning through individualized tutorials that emphasize organizational skills, time management, and self-advocacy.
- The Productive Growth Center, a unique program that provides not only a dedicated space for individual and group counseling, but also an interactive and recreational space featuring a hand tool workshop.
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences, ADD/ADHD and Executive Functioning Deficits
- Grand River Academy accreditations: TABS, OAIS, NAIS, ODE, ISACS
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