Catholic prep school in Delaware for grades 9-12 with specialized programs for learning differences and ADHD, 20+ AP courses, small classes
Archmere Academy is a Catholic college preparatory school in Claymont, Delaware, serving grades 9-12 with dedicated support for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. The school offers specialized Learning Difference Programs designed to help students with these diagnoses succeed in a rigorous academic environment, with an average class size of 15 and 85% of faculty holding advanced degrees.
Students benefit from a comprehensive curriculum including 20+ AP courses, honors programs, and robust extracurricular options spanning academics, arts, athletics, and community service. The school's focus on developing "the whole person" translates to individualized attention and a supportive community that recognizes diverse learning needs alongside college preparation.
Archmere enrolls approximately 500 students and maintains rolling admissions. With 80% of students receiving financial aid and an average grant of $12,500, the school demonstrates commitment to accessibility. Families can contact Admissions Director Leah Lightcap or Admissions Associate Logan Duffie at (302) 798-6632 or visit archmereacademy.com to learn more about the Learning Difference Programs and how the school supports students with ADHD and learning disabilities.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students501
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$35,600
Fin. Aid80% receive aid
Est.1932
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS), Delaware Association of Independent Schools
School Information
| Year Founded | 1932 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $35,600 |
| Total Students | 501 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 52 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 85 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Leah Lightcap |
| Admissions Associate | Logan Duffie |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 80 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,500 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 9 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
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AP Courses
AP 2D - Drawing/PaintingAP 2D - PhotographyAP 2D DesignAP 3D DesignAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP ChemistryAP Computer Science AAP English Language & British LitAP English LiteratureAP Environmental ScienceAP European HistoryAP FrenchAP GermanAP Government & PoliticsAP PhysicsAP SpanishAP StatisticsAP US HistoryAP World History
List of Courses Offered
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Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · E-sports · Field Hockey · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Rugby · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Weightlifting · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (4) · Hide |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Academic Bowl · Amnesty International · Auk Ambassadors · Auks for Life · Community Service Clubs · Computer Club · Delaware Science Olympiad · Ecology Club · Fencing Club · Forensics · French Club · French National Honors Society · German Club · German National Honors Society · Habitat for Humanity · Horticultural Society · Mathematics League · Mock Trial · Model United Nations · National Honor Society · National Science Honor Society · Robotics Club · S.A.D.D · Spanish Club · Spanish National Honors Society · Student Council (StuCo) · Tapestry (Literary/Arts Magazine) · TEAMS (Test of Engineering Aptitude · Mathematics · and Science) · The Green Arch (student newspaper) · The Patio (Yearbook) · Video Announcements (video production · news · video editing) · Show More (15) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Drama Club · Mastersingers · National Art Honor Society · Stage Band · Stage Crew · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Intramural Basketball · Intramural Bowling |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS) · Delaware Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| Average SAT Score | 1308 |
| Average ACT Score | 30 |
Contact the school
(302) 798-66323600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, Delaware 19703
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