The mission of Royal Palm Academy is to partner with families to provide an education of rich academics with Catholic formation. We teach the mind, educate the heart, and form the character of tomorrow's leaders.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Royal Palm Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1998
Student Body
Total Students
307 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
34%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
Tuition Notes
There is a discount for those who pay the total tuition upfront. Also, 15% discount applied to third and subsequent children enrolled at RPA. Financial Aid opportunities available.
% on Financial Aid
32%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,901
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Jennifer J. Scarafile
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Acts of Kindness Club, Afterschool Sports, Boys Lacrosse, Continental Math League, Directed Drawing & Art Club, Journalism Club, Karate Club, Royal Gems Girls Club, Scrapbooking Club, Spanish Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Golf, Running Club, Tennis
Acts of Kindness Club, Afterschool Sports, Boys Lacrosse, Continental Math League, Directed Drawing & Art Club, Journalism Club, Karate Club, Royal Gems Girls Club, Scrapbooking Club, Spanish Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Golf, Running Club, Tennis
School Notes
Royal Palm Academy equips your child to succeed in life through a
comprehensive method of education that fosters excellence in four
key areas of leadership:
1. Intellectual
1. Intellectual
- Study a rigorous, balanced academic curriculum
- Acquire critical thinking skills
- Learn to communicate clearly, logically, and creatively
- Grow in core values that enable positive leadership
- Cultivate essential character strengths, including discipline, responsibility, and a sense of personal dignity
- Foster interpersonal skills and the capacity for teamwork
- Strengthen personal relationship with Christ
- Learn the fundamentals of teaching in the Catholic tradition
- Discover a meaning in life that inspires the pursuit of excellence
- Develop generosity through concrete acts of self-giving and service
- Form a sense of social responsibility and learn to share their talents
- Exercise leadership by serving as mentors and role models
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Royal Palm Academy cost?
Royal Palm Academy's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students and $180 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Royal Palm Academy?
The acceptance rate of Royal Palm Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Royal Palm Academy offer?
Royal Palm Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Royal Palm Academy's ranking?
Royal Palm Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Royal Palm Academy?
The application deadline for Royal Palm Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/6/2020
RPA surpasses our standards of academic excellence as well as Florida's academic standards without a doubt. Coming from great schools up north, I have to say that we would be hard pressed to find a school as sound as RPA if we moved back. The teachers also show genuine love and concern for all of their students. RPA needs the recognition of being an outstanding family centered, academically sound, well-staffed and loving community.
5 4/6/2020
My first encounter with this school was one of warmth, kindness and excellence. They are one big family. The school focuses on building character in children, which is so important. I would recommend this school and hope to be a part of their family for a long time.
5 2/26/2020
Please thank all those teachers whose dedication and devotion to their REAL VOCATION was so obvious and real. How clean, neat, organized and professional in every way! As a former educator in both private and public schools, I see Royal Palm Academy providing AN EXCELLENT EDUCATION AND ABOVE ALL SPIRIT AND CHARACTER TO FACE THE DIFFICULT WORLD CHILDREN MUST LIVE IN. THANK YOU, you have made me A REAL ADVOCATE FOR ROYAL PALM ACADEMY!
5 2/26/2020
Royal Palm Academy has been a glass overflowing with blessings for our children and our family. I can't imagine a stronger partner for a family in providing the values necessary to develop a child's spiritual, academic and leadership character.
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