The Out-of-Door Academy is an independent, college preparatory school.
We provide an environment in which students strive to achieve their highest academic goals and to build character through a balanced program of academics, the arts, and athletics.
Through a program grounded in the liberal arts, our faculty seeks to prepare students for colleges and universities well suited to their abilities and aspirations.
Our dedicated and caring faculty offers students individual assistance and guidance and is committed to an educationally excellent environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Out Of Door Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1924
Student Body
Total Students
841 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Advanced Courses
AP European History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science A, AP Economics (Micro/Macro), AP Environmental Science, AP Language and Composition, AP Latin, AP Literature and Composition, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1 & 2, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP US Government and Politics, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
School Notes
- The Out-of-Door Academy is an independent, college preparatory school. We provide an environment in which students strive to achieve their highest academic goals and to build character through a balanced program of academics, the arts, and athletics. Through a program grounded in the liberal arts, our faculty seeks to prepare students for colleges and universities well suited to their abilities and aspirations. Our dedicated and caring faculty offers students individual assistance and guidance and is committed to an educationally excellent environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Out Of Door Academy offer?
Out Of Door Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, E-sports, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Out Of Door Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is Out Of Door Academy's ranking?
Out Of Door Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Out Of Door Academy?
The application deadline for Out Of Door Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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