The First Academy

The First Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
2667 Bruton Blvd,  Orlando, FL
4.6
3.4
1,600 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Steve Whitaker
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
27
Average GPA
3.76
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$26,800
Religious Affiliation
Christian

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
B+
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.76
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
112
Full Time Teachers
92
Part Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
630
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
28
Reading
29
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
85%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
57.7%
Hispanic
14.2%
Black
8.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
5.4%
Two or more races
5.2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#8 Best Christian Schools in Florida
#17 Most Diverse Private HS in Florida
#28 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Florida 140 Students
Florida State University 124 Students
University of Central Florida 119 Students
University of South Florida 70 Students
University of Miami 50 Students
Auburn University 49 Students
University of North Florida 45 Students
Samford University 41 Students
Southeastern University 40 Students
Florida Atlantic University 38 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 58 Students
Psychology 37 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 37 Students
Biology 35 Students
Pre-Law Studies 21 Students
Marketing 18 Students
Nursing 16 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 15 Students
Computer Science 14 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 207 Reviews
5.0 Alum
5/31/2024
The First Academy has amazing faculty whose mission in life is to impact the students around them. The school does all it can to make the senior year for its graduation class as memorable and special as possible. The school plans trips and events to enrich the lives of its students and make it an exciting environment to learn and grow.
5.0 Works Here
12/8/2023
The administration is outstanding. They are very on top of things, ensuring an atmosphere of excellence that is unparalleled.
5.0 Parent
12/6/2023
Our daughter loves the teachers and learning the Bible. Sports is a big part of her live and TFA helps keep that drive and opportunities open. Thanks TFA
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 29 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/28/2024
My family recently moved to Orlando and found a forever school at The First Academy! The school prides itself on a Christian foundation with a gospel centered school culture which is very important to us. TFA offers a welcoming environment, supportive staff and teachers, and a safe and nurturing atm...
1.0 other
6/19/2024
I attended The Classical School of THE First Academy for 5 years and I can say with 100% confidence DO NOT ATTEND THIS SCHOOL! I am paralyzed from the waist down and use a wheelchair to get around but other than that I am very intelligent and I am attending a great college. Throughout my academic ca...
2.0 parent
12/22/2023
I was shocked & disheartened today, to face the truth of TFA’s kneeling to the federal government with their allegiance to unbiblical DEI, a program aimed at dividing students, rather than uniting. They will put a child in an in school suspension situation for saying that the group “Black Lives Matt...
5.0 parent
8/11/2023
We are so thankful that we found TFA! It seemed like God's providence as we continued to encounter parents who had children at the school. ALL of them were raving fans of the school. We have appreciate how the school has loved on our children and made our family feel welcome every step of the way. T...

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The First Academy is a private Christian school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 2667 Bruton Blvd in Orlando, FL. Annual tuition is $26,800. The school has a total enrollment of 1,600 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. The First Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.76, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 27. Discover additional schools in the area, like El Bethel Christian Academy, Victory Christian Academy, Cristo Rey Orlando High School, and more. Learn more about what Orlando has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The First Academy.

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