Out-Of-Door Academy

Out-Of-Door Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
444 REID St,  Sarasota, FL
4.6
3.9
745 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David Mahler
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$24,650

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
93
Full Time Teachers
90
Part Time Teachers
3
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
650
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
29
Reading
31
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
27
AP Pass Rate
75%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
White
82.2%
Hispanic
7.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6%
Black
3.8%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#35 Best Private K12 Schools in Florida
#46 Best Private HS in Florida
#52 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Florida 85 Students
Florida State University 71 Students
University of Miami 64 Students
University of South Florida 55 Students
University of Central Florida 36 Students
Florida Atlantic University 33 Students
Clemson University 30 Students
Wake Forest University 30 Students
University of Tampa 29 Students
Auburn University 27 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 78 Students
Psychology 38 Students
Biology 27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Finance 22 Students
Marketing 19 Students
Engineering 19 Students
Political Science and Government 15 Students
Pre-Law Studies 14 Students
Economics 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 65 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/2/2024
I went to ODA since I was in pre-k. I built strong relationships and ODA built the foundation of my educational experience and I will forever remember my time there. I graduated in 2023 and would reccomend it to all.
3.0 Senior
2/10/2023
I would say the education itself it very good. I do wish sadly, that there would be more diversity, in many ways.
5.0 Alum
3/15/2022
It was a great community and lots of great teachers. I went to school there from pre-K to 12th grade and I really loved my time there. The teachers are very personable and that helps create great relationships with them.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 14 Reviews
2.0 student
3/4/2025
Positives: nice campus, many extracurricular activities and events to choose from, Negatives: unprofessional teachers, not focused on students mental health, not offering students up to date and useful education
5.0 parent
11/29/2023
We love the well-rounded experience that Out-of-Door Academy offers. The school is cherished for its exceptional educational environment, strong sense of community, and enriching academic experiences. It is well regarded in Sarasota, and is proudly approaching its centennial celebration in 2024. The...
5.0 other
5/18/2023
Sarasota/Bradenton has many great schools. In my experience ODA stands head and shoulders above the rest. The teachers are great. The campus is safe. Extracurricular activities are excellent. Academics are rigorous.No complaints. We just need another campus in Bradenton!
5.0 parent
4/26/2023
Yes, Out of Door is the total package of academics, athletics, arts, personal development, delivering a full child education... and yes, it is the highest rated private school in Sarasota . But closer to my heart, ODA is an incredibly special place. It is full of teachers and administration who care...

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