More Than Academics A Way of Thinking Intellectual Mastery at RPS is the intentional development of how students think, learn, and apply knowledge.
It creates the foundation for success in school, sport, and life.
Critical thinking & problem solving Focus and discipline Personal responsibility Confidence in decision-making Long-term academic readiness.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12, PG
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
RPS Academies ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
2010
1907
Student Body
% Students of Color
60%
27%
% International Students
70%
20%
% Students 51³Ô¹ÏÍø
80%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Average Class Size
8 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
20
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
50%
73%
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
20
18
Courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students)
(51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students)
n/a
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$38,700
% Students on Financial Aid
20%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
n/a
No
Admissions
Average Percentile SSAT
n/a%
-
Acceptance Rate
95%
64%
Director of Admissions
Daniela Centeno
Course Listings
List of Courses Offered
School Notes
- Most traditional schools—and even many sports academies—struggle to support the unique needs of elite athletes. Rigorous training hours, national tournament travel, and sport-specific performance demands make it difficult to fit into a typical academic schedule. RPS Academies is different. We are an independent, accredited, college-preparatory private school for grades 6–12, built intentionally around the lifestyle of high-performance student-athletes. Accredited by Cognia and a Cambridge International School, our academic model goes beyond traditional private and public schools. Every element—from daily structure to curriculum design—is optimized to support the athletic-academic balance, allowing students to pursue excellence in sport without compromising academic rigor or long-term opportunity
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of RPS Academies?
The acceptance rate of RPS Academies is 95%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What is RPS Academies's ranking?
RPS Academies ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of international students and Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for RPS Academies?
The application deadline for RPS Academies is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Schools
The nearest boarding school to RPS Academies is Saint Andrew's School (60.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3900 Jog Road
Boca Raton, FL 33434
(561) 210-2020
Boca Raton, FL 33434
(561) 210-2020
60.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,340 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 60% Tuition listed
7600 Lyons Road
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 247-0179
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
(954) 247-0179
64.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 2,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 18 students Acceptance rate: 50% Tuition listed
6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
114.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 1,600 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
8701 Maitland Summit Blvd
Orlando, FL 32810
(407) 960-6009
Orlando, FL 32810
(407) 960-6009
116.7 miles
Gr: 6-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
5650 Bollettieri Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
141.5 miles
Gr: 6-12, PG | 1,351 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
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