Groves Academy vs. Franklin Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Groves Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Franklin Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
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Extracurriculars
Overview
Groves Academy is the leading school in the Midwest for students who have learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, executive function challenges, and other language-based learning disabilities. We are a beacon for students who want to learn but are challenged with a learning disability that affects their academic achievement. We ground everything we do in scientific research and decades of experience, from our curriculum to our class sizes.
GLO teachers, tutors, educational psychologists, and learning specialists have helped change the lives of thousands of students.
The curriculum at Groves Academy is presented using evidenced-based, multi-sensory methods that address students' individual needs. Students receive a balance of academic skills, particularly in reading, writing, math, and strategies for success in school along with a rich array of enrichment and extracurricular clubs and activities, including drama, music, soccer, and basketball.
Franklin Center delivers innovative, tailored services for those on the autism spectrum or with related neurodiversities. Our integrated model unlocks potential and transforms lives.
Grades Offered
1-12
1-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, LD in reading, writing, math
Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Sensory Integration Disorder
Year Founded
1972
2003
Students Body
Total Students
277 students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
18%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
-
6
Grade 1 Students
-
2
Grade 2 Students
3
3
Grade 3 Students
10
2
Grade 4 Students
25
3
Grade 5 Students
40
3
Grade 6 Students
49
4
Grade 7 Students
31
9
Grade 8 Students
35
10
Grade 9 Students
24
17
Grade 10 Students
21
11
Grade 11 Students
26
8
Grade 12 Students
13
13
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
12 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
67%
70%
Average Class Size
8
8
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:6
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$38,265
$36,050
% on Financial Aid
35%
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$19,437
n/a
Acceptance Rate
50%
n/a
Admissions Director
Erica Sutton
Paul Gloudemans
Admissions Associate
Aurie Dyer
n/a
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
14
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Drama, Environmental Club, Ski/Snowboard Club, Yearbook Committee
Arts & Crafts Club, Chess Team, Choir Club, Dance Club, Graphic Design Club, Karate, LEGO Robotics Club, Mad Scientist Club, Minecraft Club, Special Olympic Poly Hockey, Special Olympics Basketball, Special Olympics Flag Football, Special Olympics Track & Field, Yearbook Club