We are a coeducational, independent, international college preparatory school for boarding students in grades 7 – 12, and day students in grades Pre-K3 – 12 and post-graduate representing 75+ nationalities.
Academics
IT’S WHO WE ARE! MVA has been ranked No. 1 for Most Diverse Private High School in Florida by Niche.com for three years in a row, and listed as the #14 Most Influential Private High School in the US by Academicinfluence.com. The Class of 2023 earned over $17 million in academic scholarships, had 42 Distinguished Scholars, and a 100 percent college acceptance rate.
Athletics
UNPARALLELED ATHLETICS!
With 16 National Championship titles, $22.5 million dollars awarded to our recent senior class, and nearly 30 percent of our student-athletes committing to playing sports in college, Montverde Academy is committed to ensuring our student-athletes reach their highest potential both in and out of the classroom.
Fine Arts
SHINE LIKE A STAR!
Montverde Academy offers an award-winning fine arts program and comprehensive college preparatory curriculum to young artists who represent a diverse, and gifted student body. Talented student artists focus on their passion for music, theatre, dance, and the arts in an immersive and intensive educational experience.
Lower School
At the Lower School level, we teach respect and understanding of various differences in cultural, religion, ethnicity, and race. Being part of a school community where students come from all over the globe, our Lower School students have unique opportunities to learn about the world around us.
Middle School
The academic component of what we do in Middle School, while very important, is not the only area of the students’ development we emphasize. Our focus is on developing the complete child in multiple areas of focus with varied club offerings including sports, academic teams, Robotics, music, theatre, volunteerism, and more.
Upper School
Daily life in the Upper School will reveal students and staff who are driven by a shared commitment both to excellence and to each other, with the relationships in our school community supporting students in their achievement at high levels in academics, athletics, and the arts.
MVA News
MVA Middle School Robotics Teams Triumph at House of Bacon Prequalifier in Orlando
By Dr. Caryn Long, Director of Educational Technology and Innovation MVA’s Middle School robotics teams performed well at the House of Bacon Prequalifier at the…
Financial Fridays: A Pathway to Financial Literacy in Sixth-Grade Social Studies
By Mrs. Nichole Smith, Communications Coordinator The Middle School social studies department at Montverde Academy incorporates financial literacy into their curriculum. Ms. Courtney Williams,…
Lower School Students Share Thanksgiving Feast with Family and Friends
Last week, Lower School students had the opportunity to share a delicious Thanksgiving feast with their family and friends. Students in grades Pre-K3 through…
Guiding Students Through Early Action and Early Decision College Application Deadlines
CAFE (College Applications for Everyone) Tuesdays throughout October and individual and group meetings with students during the school day have been a great way…
31 AP Courses Available
Whether it’s in science, mathematics, the humanities, or the arts, our students excel in a wide range of college-level coursework. With a qualifying rate on Advanced Placement examinations that far exceeds state and national averages – 80%, compared to 54% in Florida and 60% globally – our students enter college well-prepared for continued academic excellence.
100% College Acceptance Rate
We understand the important role that college admissions plays in each student’s future. Our dedicated College Guidance staff works with students throughout their time in the Upper School to make sure every one of our students finds the college or university that’s right for them.
70% Faculty with Advanced Degrees
We recognize the value of life-long learning, and our faculty and staff’s engagement in ongoing professional development and their pursuit of advanced degrees reflects our commitment to being a community of learners.
SAC & Dual Enrollment Programs
Montverde Academy offers a comprehensive study plan and curriculum in three major concentrations in college-preparatory courses over the four years of high school beginning in grade 9 that leads to a specialized diploma. These students work with faculty in additional study and complete a capstone project during their senior year. We also offer Dual Enrollment in partnership with the University of Florida and Lake-Sumter State College.
46 Clubs and Societies
In addition to honor societies such as the National Honor Society and the Cum Laude Society, our students are engaged in a diverse group of clubs and societies that reflect their wide-ranging interests – from Key Club, to knitting, to computers, to recycling, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
25 Required Community Service Hours
Our students know that our character is defined by our relationships with others. Giving back matters, and each Upper School student volunteers at least 25 hours every year in the community through our partnerships with organizations such as Give Kids the World and the Johan Cruyff Foundation.
A COEDUCATIONAL INDEPENDENT COLLEGE PREPARATORY BOARDING SCHOOL FOR GRADES 7-12 AND POST GRADUATE STUDIES, AND DAY SCHOOL FOR GRADES PRE-K3-12 AND POST GRADUATE STUDIES REPRESENTING 75+ NATIONALITIES.
