Spring Ridge Academy (Closed 2024)

Mission: To create an environment where young people and their families can learn, heal, and grow.
Philosophy: Spring Ridge Academy was created to address the issues of young women ages 13-17 in grades 9-12 and their families through a multi-faceted and integrated approach.
Spring Ridge Academy uses a team approach that includes the student and her family to establish an environment of change, success, and excellence.
The therapeutic approach at Spring Ridge Academy includes a combination of developmentally-based approaches, a trauma-informed lens, and family systems therapy to create a comprehensive scope of treatment.
The Spring Ridge Academy academic program is a major part of our innovative, integrated program. The college prep curriculum requires students to work to their full potential to solidify their academic foundation and develop the critical thinking skills required for success in post-secondary education and a productive life.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1997

Student Body

Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Spring Ridge Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Advanced Courses
Calculus A/B, Literature and Composition, United State History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact us to learn more about our current tuition.
Admissions Director
Beth Ragland

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Band and Choir, Ceramics Club, Cooking Club, Digital Photography, Hiking, Horseback riding, Jewelry Making, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Self Defense, Skiing, Swimming, Tennis

School Notes

  • Spring Ridge Academy has an open enrollment, so students ages 13-17 can be admitted at any time. The student must meet our specific admissions requirements so we can ensure that we are the best fit for a student and her family and that the family and the student is a good fit for our program offerings.Our Admissions Director and the admissions team reviews each student on a case-by-case basis. We believe that students should always be placed in the least restrictive environment.The Admissions Office must receive a completed application and if required, psychological / educational testing before a student is accepted for enrollment
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Spring Ridge Academy offer?
Spring Ridge Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Kayaking, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Spring Ridge Academy?
The application deadline for Spring Ridge Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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