Northbrook Academy (Closed 2022)

Announcing Grade 5 in 2013!! Northbrook Academy is a private, co-ed, non profit school which has recently expanded to include grades 5-11.
Northbrook is an exceptional school where small class size and the philosophy which enhances students in mind, body and spirit create an environment where each child can thrive! Currently incorporating IB curriculum.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Year Founded
2004

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Northbrook Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants & collared shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Some financial aid and scholarship programs are available. Tuition subject to change, call for most accurate information.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Cheryl Warburton
Admissions Associate
Lori Hughes

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Club, Community Service, Dance, Debate, Digital Photography, Digital Videography, Ecology, Geneology, Homemade Science, Music Tech, Newspaper, Public Speaking, Robotics, Rock Band, Shamrock Spirit Club, Theater, Yearbook

School Notes

RIGOROUS ACADEMICS

  • Beyond the basics of Math, English, Social Studies, Lab Science and Languages
  • Expanded Curriculum based on the International Baccalaureate framework (www.IBO.org) includes Scholar Maker Study Skills, Research, Skills, Ethos, Writing Technology, PublicSpeaking and much more.

ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

  • Intramural Field Sports
  • Off Campus Fitness Training including swimming, cycling
  • Competitive Teams including Cross Country, Basketball and Lacrosse

EXCEPTIONAL ARTS

  • Music-show choir, rock band, ensembles, history of music, strings, private lessons
  • Art-studio art, digital photography, graphics & technology arts
  • Drama-theater, musicals,drama class, annual variety show and dance class

EXCITING EVENTS

  • Field Trips-museums, Space Missions, theater performances
  • Family/student-Fall Pot Luck and Bon Fire, Winter Mock Olympics, Spirit Week, Holiday Books & Carols, Student dances, Student Government and more...!
  • Excursions-white water rafting, ski trips, community service projects
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northbrook Academy cost?
Northbrook Academy's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Northbrook Academy?
The acceptance rate of Northbrook Academy is 75%, which is higher than the national average of 70%.
What sports does Northbrook Academy offer?
Northbrook Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cross Country.
When is the application deadline for Northbrook Academy?
The application deadline for Northbrook Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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