Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Member Schools

BoardingSchoolReview.com lists 14 boarding schools as Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) members, serving 8,075 students. Learn more about the association at Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

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San Marcos Academy Photo - In the Academy Middle School, students in grades 6-8 are provided a rigorous curriculum, including fine arts, foreign language, physical education/athletics, Bible instruction, and technology.

The Brook Hill School Photo - Award-winning orchestra, choir, and visual arts programs.

St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo - The Abbey church is located at the center of campus. The location of the church is no accident, as the rich Benedictine tradition, which spans 1500 years, is central to all facets of the St. Bernard experience.

Fishburne Military School Photo - Fishburne's history and strong reputation provide cadets opportunities to showcase the school in a variety of ways. From marching in Christmas Parades to presenting the colors at a little league baseball game, FMS cadets are involved in the community.

Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo - At ORMA, our cadets don't just make friends -- they find a family!

North Broward Preparatory School Photo - Within the picturesque grounds of North Broward's campus, students from Florida and around the world are warmly welcomed by talented and caring faculty and staff into a warm and nurturing environment.

Darlington School Photo - Darlington's expansive curriculum includes unique offerings such as Robotics, which is supported by a MakerSpace.

Riverside Preparatory Academy Photo

Saint Stanislaus High School Photo - Evening study halls keep students on track with homework and studying. On a daily basis, our dorm staff makes sure that students are putting forth an honest effort in their school work.

St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - Sewanee is a small town that's big on education. Thanks to a special relationship with the University of the South, students at St. Andrew's-Sewanee enjoy the opportunity to take college courses for free, attend dozens of concerts and lectures each year, and have access to a research library. Sewanee's downtown offers coffee houses, restaurants, and gift shops.

Marine Military Academy Photo

Windermere Preparatory School Photo - Windermere Preparatory School, a Nord Anglia Education inspires our students to become critical- thinkers with a global perspective both inside and outside of the classroom.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo - Admiral Farragut Academy offers 14 different sports over three seasons for our student-athletes! At Farragut, we strongly believe that students who participate in athletics learn to manage their time effectively and maintain an active lifestyle while forging meaningful bonds that extend far beyond the classroom. Our commitment lies in nurturing well-rounded individuals through athletics and rigorous academics.

Asheville School Photo - We believe that spiritual reflection opens the door to a greater understanding and appreciation of oneself, others, and our connection to something greater. With its quiet serenity and ethereal stained glass windows, the William Spencer Boyd Chapel has long been a beloved spot on campus since its completion in 1928. Its doors are always open.

The Brook Hill School Photo - Award-winning orchestra, choir, and visual arts programs.

St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo - The Abbey church is located at the center of campus. The location of the church is no accident, as the rich Benedictine tradition, which spans 1500 years, is central to all facets of the St. Bernard experience.

Fishburne Military School Photo - Fishburne's history and strong reputation provide cadets opportunities to showcase the school in a variety of ways. From marching in Christmas Parades to presenting the colors at a little league baseball game, FMS cadets are involved in the community.

Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo - At ORMA, our cadets don't just make friends -- they find a family!

North Broward Preparatory School Photo - Within the picturesque grounds of North Broward's campus, students from Florida and around the world are warmly welcomed by talented and caring faculty and staff into a warm and nurturing environment.

Darlington School Photo - Darlington's expansive curriculum includes unique offerings such as Robotics, which is supported by a MakerSpace.

Saint Stanislaus High School Photo - Evening study halls keep students on track with homework and studying. On a daily basis, our dorm staff makes sure that students are putting forth an honest effort in their school work.

St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - Sewanee is a small town that's big on education. Thanks to a special relationship with the University of the South, students at St. Andrew's-Sewanee enjoy the opportunity to take college courses for free, attend dozens of concerts and lectures each year, and have access to a research library. Sewanee's downtown offers coffee houses, restaurants, and gift shops.

Windermere Preparatory School Photo - Windermere Preparatory School, a Nord Anglia Education inspires our students to become critical- thinkers with a global perspective both inside and outside of the classroom.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo - Admiral Farragut Academy offers 14 different sports over three seasons for our student-athletes! At Farragut, we strongly believe that students who participate in athletics learn to manage their time effectively and maintain an active lifestyle while forging meaningful bonds that extend far beyond the classroom. Our commitment lies in nurturing well-rounded individuals through athletics and rigorous academics.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Member Schools (2026-27)

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Admiral Farragut Academy

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501 Park Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710
(727) 384-5504

Gr: 8-12 | K-12 (day) | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 17 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed

Asheville School

(Non-denom. / Christian)

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360 Asheville School Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 254-6345

Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Acceptance rate: 40% Tuition listed

The Brook Hill School

(Christian)

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1051 N Houston
Bullard, TX 75757
(903) 894-5000

Gr: 8-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate: 71% Tuition listed

Darlington School

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1014 Cave Spring Road, SW
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-0436

Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 46% Tuition listed

Fishburne Military School

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225 S. Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7706

Gr: 8-12 | 6-12 (day) | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 8 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed

Marine Military Academy

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320 Iwo Jima Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-6006

Gr: 7-12, PG | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed

North Broward Preparatory School

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7600 Lyons Road
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 247-0179

Gr: PK-12 | 2,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed

Oak Ridge Military Academy

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2317 Oak Ridge Road
Oak Ridge, NC 27310
(336) 515-8040

Gr: 7-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed

Riverside Preparatory Academy

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2001 Riverside Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501
(877) 692-2338

Gr: 6-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed

St. Andrew's-Sewanee School

(Episcopal)

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290 Quintard Rd.
Sewanee, TN 37375
(931) 598-5651

Gr: 7-12 | 6-12 (day) | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 83% Tuition listed

St. Bernard Preparatory School

(Catholic)

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1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890

Gr: 7-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 20 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed

Saint Stanislaus High School

(Catholic)

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304 S. Beach Blvd.
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
(228) 467-9057

Gr: 7-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 17 students Acceptance rate: 82% Tuition listed

San Marcos Academy

(Baptist)

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2801 Ranch Road 12
San Marcos, TX 78666
(800) 428-5120

Gr: 6-12 | Pre-K-12 (day) | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed

Windermere Preparatory School

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6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737

Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 1,600 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed

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