Palmetto Bay Academy is an alternative school in Miami, FL, specializing in IEP support and therapeutic services for grades 7-12.
Palmetto Bay Academy is an alternative school in Miami, FL, providing a nurturing, small-scale environment for secondary students in grades 7-12. With an average class size of just 7 students, the academy specializes in supporting students who may struggle in traditional public or private school settings. The school offers a socially and emotionally supportive atmosphere designed to foster self-reliance and motivation.
The academy provides comprehensive special education support, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), therapeutic services, and developmental support. Academic instruction is highly flexible, ranging from remedial support to a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, such as AP Biology, AP Psychology, and AP US History. This range allows for a customized educational path that meets each student's specific learning needs and academic goals.
Beyond academics, students can engage in various clubs, including Robotics, Creative Writing, and Chess, as well as recreational athletics like basketball and fitness. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis with a 90% acceptance rate. Please note that the application process includes a $75 fee which covers diagnostic testing for proper placement. Annual tuition is approximately $23,500, with 25% of students receiving financial aid.
At a Glance
TypeAlternative School
Grades7-12
Students36
Class Size7:1 ratio
Tuition$23,500
Fin. Aid25% receive aid
Est.2000
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Cognia
AdvancED, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Council on Accreditation and School Improvement
School Information
| School Type | Alternative School |
| Year Founded | 2000 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $23,500 |
| Tuition Notes | Application fee of $75 (includes diagnostic testing for placement purposes). Additional registration fees of $500 for new students and an annual book & course fee of $750. |
| Total Students | 36 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60 |
| Average Class Size | 7 |
| Grades Offered | 7-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Maggie Eubanks |
| Admissions Associate | John Eubanks |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 55 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
AP Courses
AP - CSP - New Next Year!AP Art HistoryAP BiologyAP CalculusAP Computer Science AAP English CompAP English Language and LiteratureAP Environmental ScienceAP Human GeographyAP MacroeconomicsAP MicroeconomicsAP PsychologyAP StatisticsAP US Government and PoliticsAP US History
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Anime & Japanese Culture Club · Books to Movies Club · Chess and Games Club · Cooking Club · Creative Writing Club · Design Club · Destination Imagination · Robotics Club · Service Clubs · Sewing & Crafting Club · Speech & Debate · Student Government Association · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Showcase/Performing Arts Club · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Basketball · Fitness Club |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Cognia · AdvancED · Southern Association of Colleges and Schools · Council on Accreditation and School Improvement |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average ACT Score | 24 |
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