Doral Academy Preparatory School
| Doral Academy Preparatory School | |
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| Address | |
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11100 NW 27 ST, Doral, FL, 33172 Doral, Florida United States | |
| Information | |
| Type | Charter |
| Established | 1999 |
| Founder | Doral Academy, Inc. |
| School district | Miami-Dade County Public Schools |
| Principal | Mr. Carlos A. Ferralls |
| Grades | 6-12 |
| Color(s) | Red and White (High School), Navy and Gray (Middle School) |
| Mascot | Firebird |
| Nickname | Academy |
| Website | http://doralacademyprep.org |
Doral Academy Preparatory High School is a charter middle/high school located in Doral, Florida, United States.
Doral Academy Charter Schools are fully recognized public middle and high schools. The school currently has 3450 students between grades 6-12. A year-round application must be filled in order to be accepted into the school, and the selection process includes an interview with students and parents. Doral Academy prides itself by offering many advanced academic classes including Advanced Placement courses and Early College Dual Enrollment. In 2015, the school tested 2,082 students in AP examinations and was awarded $5 million in scholarships and grants. The class of 2015 had a 97 percent matriculation to a four-year college. The school is looking forward to the 2016-2017 school year, where an International Baccalaureate (IB) program will be added to the school's curriculum. Doral Academy Charter is a school with an independently managed academic organization, approved and monitored by the local school board. Unlike private schools, which charge tuition, Doral Academy is funded by the Florida Department of Education and provides free education to any student eligible to attend public school in the Miami-Dade County School District.
Curriculum
The school offers 29 Advanced Placement coursesand many honors courses. Dual enrollment courses at Miami Dade College and Florida International University are available beginning in sophomore year. The goal of the Scholars Program is for students to simultaneously graduate with an Associates of Arts degree and a high school diploma. The school also offers a rigorous Pre-Advanced Placement program for selected Middle School students.
Sports
Doral Academy offers wide array of interscholastic sports for boys and girls at the high school and middle school level. The 2015-2016 Boys swim team won the class 3A state championship.
Clubs and honor societies
Doral Academy offers many clubs and honor societies, including the National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, Mu Alpha Theta/Math Honor Society, and Key Club. Most of these clubs have been involved in competitions, and have been involved in helping out the community. At the 2016 Mu Alpha Theta National Convention, the Math Honor Society placed seventh in the country. In 2012, Doral Academy Macarena dance team ranked 82th best Macarena dance team in the country.