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About American Heritage Schools

 

At American Heritage Schools, we're more than just an institution; we're a community of leaders and innovators that extends far beyond the confines of the traditional classroom, fostering a sense of belonging, inspiration, and limitless potential.

Welcome

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We are a college preparatory day school for children in PK3-12th grade that has earned its reputation as the premier private school in the nation for academic excellence. We take pride in our consistent top rankings in Florida across a spectrum of disciplines, including Science, Mathematics, Speech & Debate, Mock Trial, Moot Court, Model UN, Broadcast & Journalism, Fine Arts and Athletics. For over 10 years, we've led the state in National Merit Scholars Semifinalists and Presidential Scholar Candidates, showcasing our unwavering commitment to student success.

Our Palm Beach Campus, located in Delray Beach, FL, is a vibrant, 40-acre community resembling a small college in design and exudes the warmth of a supportive, family-oriented community. Serving South and Central Palm Beach Counties and North Broward County, the campus is home to 1,700 students from over 35 countries, reflecting the rich multicultural tapestry of the area.

Since 1965, American Heritage Schools has been nurturing the passion and happiness of our students, inspiring a lifelong love of learning through an education centered on individual interests. We offer over 147 courses in our college prep curriculum that is supported by our state-of-the-art facilities and college-level labs. With over 100 student-run clubs and organizations, along with multiple service opportunities on and off campus, our students find countless ways to grow, connect, and make a difference.

 

 

Campus Highlights

  • 40-acre campus
  • Two multimedia production studios
  • Three college-level science labs
  • Robotics & engineering labs
  • Instructional court room for Pre-Law Program
  • 12,000 sq. ft. gymnasium
  • 10,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art media center
  • Junior Olympic swimming pool
  • Butterfly Garden/Environmental Center
  • Extensive outdoor spaces
  • Five athletics fields

 

Accreditations

  • Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF)
  • Middle States Association (MSA-CESS)
  • National Council for Private Schools Association (NCPSA)
  • Florida Association of Academic Non-Public Schools
  • Accreditation International (Ai)
  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/AdvancED (SACS)
  • National Association of College Admissions Counseling (NACAC)
  • Southern Association of College Admissions Counseling (SACAC)
  • College Board

 

Faculty

  • 83 instructors, counselors, and administrators in Lower School (grades PK3-5)
  • 276 instructors, counselors, and administrators in Upper School (grades 6-12)
  • 60% hold Masters or Doctoral degrees
  • Many teachers have 20+ years experience
  • AP teachers attend the latest workshops and some are AP readers
  • Average tenure of teachers is 10+ years
  • Cross-departmental and internal communication
  • 5:1 student/faculty ratio
  • Yearly comprehensive professional development to maintain best practices in the classroom
  • Faculty includes professional attorneys, physicians, and actors
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