Montverde Academy
Montverde Academy is an international, coeducational, independent college prep school for grades PK3-12, with a boarding program serving grades 7-12, and post-graduate studies.
Our mission is to inspire students to become knowledgeable leaders with global vision that instills a passion for learning. One hundred percent of our graduates have been accepted to colleges and universities around the world including Yale, Harvard, Rice, Boston College, UC Berkeley, Amherst and Princeton.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 7-12, PG
- Students: 1250 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $52,925
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,400
- Acceptance rate: 58%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Nov. 30 / Jan. 31 / rolling
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Description
Situated in a small town just outside of Orlando, Montverde is home to an athletic training Mecca, developing the world's best athletes. Additionally, it facilitates a quality academic and social environment to go along with. . .
Top Rankings
Montverde Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 308 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1912
1907
Campus Size
125 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
1250 students
300 students
% Students of Color
55%
25%
% International Students
46%
20%
% Students Boarding
30%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(MVA polo with khaki or black bottoms. Wednesday is a formal dress day with a button down, grey dress pants, and sweater)
(MVA polo with khaki or black bottoms. Wednesday is a formal dress day with a button down, grey dress pants, and sweater)
Casual
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
33
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
80%
70%
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$10 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$52,925
(Includes textbooks, iPad, medical insurance, meals)
(Includes textbooks, iPad, medical insurance, meals)
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$19,400
(Includes textbooks, iPad, and lunch)
(Includes textbooks, iPad, and lunch)
$32,995
% Students on Financial Aid
32%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Nov. 30 / Jan. 31 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
58%
58%
Director of Admissions
Dr. David N. Rath
Associate Director of Admissions
Larry Thompson
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
33
17
Courses
AP Studio Art/Drawing, AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Government and Politics: Comparative, AP Human Geography, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics , AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1: Algebra-based, AP Physics 2: Algebra-based, AP Physics C: Electricity and Mechanics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology , AP Research , AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language and Culture, 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
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
15
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
42
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Academic Team, Art Honor Society, Boys and Girls Club, Chess Club, Chinese Language & Culture Club, Chinese National Honor Society, Computer Club, Crafts Club, Creative Writing Club, Cum Laude Society, Eagle Ambassidors, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Foreign Literature Club, French Club, French Honor Society, Girls 4 Girls, Hiking/Backpacking, Honor Council, International Thespians, Leadership Club, National Math Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, P.E.P., Peer Helpers, Pottery Club, Prefects, Programming Team, Psychology Club, Quill and Scroll, Recycling, Robotics Club, Silver Rifles, Spanish Club, Student Disciplinary Committee, Sustainability Club, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Tutoring Club, Writing Center
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama Club, Gender Equity Club, Theater Conservatory
Academic Team, Art Honor Society, Boys and Girls Club, Chess Club, Chinese Language & Culture Club, Chinese National Honor Society, Computer Club, Crafts Club, Creative Writing Club, Cum Laude Society, Eagle Ambassidors, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Foreign Literature Club, French Club, French Honor Society, Girls 4 Girls, Hiking/Backpacking, Honor Council, International Thespians, Leadership Club, National Math Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, P.E.P., Peer Helpers, Pottery Club, Prefects, Programming Team, Psychology Club, Quill and Scroll, Recycling, Robotics Club, Silver Rifles, Spanish Club, Student Disciplinary Committee, Sustainability Club, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Tutoring Club, Writing Center
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama Club, Gender Equity Club, Theater Conservatory
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Montverde Academy, founded in 1912, is an esteemed college preparatory school, offering day students in grades Pre-K3 through 12, and boarding school in grades 7-postgraduate studies an exceptional academic journey on their path to higher learning. Montverde Academy`s beautiful, the state-of-the-art collegiate campus is just 25 minutes from Orlando. Highly motivated students are attracted to Montverde Academy for our demanding academics and stellar athletic and fine arts programs. Montverde Academy has 33 Advanced Placement courses, over 13 honor courses, and nine different honor societies. We partner with several colleges and universities allowing students access to special programs such as the Health Sciences Collegiate Academy. One hundred percent of Montverde Academy graduates are accepted into four-year universities. Our students matriculate to elite colleges and universities across the country and the world. We believe that these relationships create a culture where young people can pursue their passions with a goal of excellence, whether it is in academics, athletics, or the arts. Students engage in a rigorous but flexible curriculum that includes more than thirty Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Over 50 of our students are recognized each year by the College Board as Advanced Placement Scholars for their high performance on the exams associated with these courses, and our students` performance on AP exams consistently exceeds the state and global average - in 2016, our students` qualifying percentage was 80%, compared to 54 percent at the state level and 60 percent globally. 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.
- Montverde Academy 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:
- D'Angelo Russell '14 - Drafted into the NBA and currently plays for the Brooklyn Nets.
- Ben Simmons '15 - Drafted into the NBA and currently plays for the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Luc Mbah a Moute '05 - Drafted into the NBA and currently plays for the Los Angeles Clippers.
- Francisco Lindor '11 - Drafted into the MLB, Top 10, and currently plays for the Cleveland Indians
- Diego Campos '14 - Drafted into the MLS and currently plays for the Chicago Fire.
- Matheus Silva '15 - Was drafted into the United Soccer League and plays for the Swope Park Rangers. At age 18, he was the youngest international signing in franchise history.
- Ingrid Hoffman '83 - TV Personality Simply Delicioso
- Shea Holbrook '08 - Race Car Driver (Perelli World Circuit)
- Charles Grier '48 - Was VP for Dr. Pepper bottling and at one point was one of two people who knew the recipe.
- Devon Wright '98 - Freelance Producer and has worked on promos for Monday Night Football and various TV networks, music videos for The Weekend
Profile last updated: 09/28/2021
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