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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
A+
Matriculation A-
Academics A+
Extracurriculars A+
Community B+
Reviews B+
#1 College Prep School Private High School in Florida #1 Boarding High School in Florida #1 high school (public or private) in Florida and #2 private school in the nation for highest number of National Merit Scholars 96% earned a 3 or higher on all Advanced Placement exams (66% in Florida; 70% globally) #1 private school in the nation in Mu Alpha Theta math competition #1 high school in Florida at state-level Science Fair competition #1 Mock Trial and Moot Court teams in the nation Top 3 team in the U.S. in Model U.N
American Heritage School is a nationally recognized college preparatory school serving PK3 – 12th grades with a strong commitment to academic excellence. Students receive a rigorous, well-rounded education as they earn a 96% pass rate on AP exams and achieve #1 of all private schools in the nation for the highest number of nationally recognized scholars, as well as in math competitions. American Heritage is also consistently the #1 high school in the science fair, robotics, mock trial, moot court, speech & debate, and broadcast & journalism. The school has a diverse student body representing over 60 different countries throughout the world; 1 out of 3 students is foreign-born. Over 60 percent of the faculty holds a post-graduate degree, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 5 to 1.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$32800
Enrollment
4800
International Students
5%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
60%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
AP
30
Average SAT Score
1370
Average ACT Score
34
Class Size
21
Boarding %
5

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 2
#2 Columbia University 7
#2 Harvard College 3
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 8
#5 Yale University 4
LAC #1 Williams College 4
#6 Stanford University 4
#6 University of Chicago 3
#8 University of Pennsylvania 7

AP Scores

(2023-2024)
Number of students took AP test
1069
47%
32%
17%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(30)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chinese Language and Culture
Computer Science A
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chinese Language and Culture
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
French Language and Culture
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
Physics 1
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Spanish Literature and Culture
Computer Science Principles
Physics 1
Physics C: Mechanics
Comparative Government and Politics
European History
Microeconomics
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(17)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

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Robotics
Andrea;s angels
Anime and Manga
Astronomy club
Band
Best buddies
Robotics
Andrea;s angels
Anime and Manga
Astronomy club
Band
Best buddies
BETCHA
Black gold and green
Book Inker's club
Bringing back the classics
The Ceramics club
Chess club
Chick fil-a leader academy
Chinese club
Chinese honor society
Chorus
Cover to cover
Dance Ensemble
Daniella's Journey
Deed poets society
Engineering society
English Honor society
Equestrian club
Future business leaders of America
Feeding South Florida
First priority
Free the children
Gay-straight alliance
GEMS-women in Engineering
Girl up
Giving a gift
Guitar club
Harry Potter Alumni
Healthy heritage
Heritage Ambassadors
Heritage for Humanity
History bowl and bee
Hope club
Inter club council
Junior high chorus
JH journalism
Junior high student government
Junior thespians
Key club
Lean in club
Lego league
Letters for better
Life in action
Linguistics club
Make a wish
Marine biology club
MCTV
Model UN
Mu Alpha Theta
Multicultural club
National art honor society
National English honor society
National honor society
NOH8
Operation smile
One planet united
Patriot pride
PAWS
Photography
Political club
Pre-law society
Pre-Med society
Progressive generation
Quill and Scroll
Rho kappa
Save the memories
Science bowl
Science National Honor Society
Senior Thepian
SH student government association
SOAR
Spanish honor
Speech and debate
STEM
student television network
Symphony Orchestra
Tikkun Olam
Tri-M
wahs
Wounded warrior
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Arts

(23)
A Cappella
Acting
Band
Chorus
Dance
Directing
A Cappella
Acting
Band
Chorus
Dance
Directing
Drama
Guitar
Jazz
Music
Percussion
Piano
Theater
Vocal
Ceramics
Computer Graphic
Drawing
Painting
Photography
Sculpture
Architecture
Audition
Design
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www.ahschool.com
12200 W Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33325
954-472-0022
admissions@ahschool.com
Florida

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: PK3-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1965
Campus Size: 40 acres
Religious Affiliation: school.non-sectarian

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, International Admission Visits, Others, Wechat
Pre Interview: No Requirement
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL,TOEFL Junior

Frequently Ask Questions about American Heritage Schools

Tell me a bit about American Heritage Schools.
American Heritage Schools is Co-ed private day school located in Florida, US. It was founded 1965 , and currently has about 4800 students, 5.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit www.ahschool.com.
Does American Heritage Schools have rigorous academic requirements?
American Heritage Schools is offering 30 AP courses.

In recent years, 32 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

American Heritage Schools also have 60% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do American Heritage Schools students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 74.44% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 24.28% go to top 25, and about 8.47% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for American Heritage Schools?
Similar to most private schools in the US, American Heritage Schools’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for American Heritage Schools’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for American Heritage Schools in 2024 is $32,800 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@ahschool.com .
Where is American Heritage Schools located?
American Heritage Schools is located in the State of Florida of USA. The closest major city is Miami, which is about 27 miles away from school. Most families can choose Miami International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is American Heritage Schools on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, American Heritage Schools is among the most popular schools, within top 112 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also American Heritage Schools has been favorited by 243 users.
How to start with an application with American Heritage Schools?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about American Heritage Schools. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit American Heritage Schools’s official site: www.ahschool.com or call them at 954-472-0022.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to American Heritage Schools?
Yes, here are few: The Masters Academy－FL, Sawgrass Adventist School and St Gregory The Great School－FL.

The closest major city is Miami. You can find out more schools near Miami here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for American Heritage Schools?
The overall rating for American Heritage Schools is A+.

The section ratings of American Heritage Schools are:
A- for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Miami, Florida
Miami, officially the City of Miami, is a dynamic coastal metropolis and the seat of Miami-Dade County in South Florida. Often called "The 305," "The Magic City," and the "Gateway to the Americas," it serves as a major cultural and economic center. With a population of 442,241 as of the 2020 census, it is the second-most populous city in Florida. Known for its stunning beaches, vibrant arts scene, and diverse cultural influences, Miami draws visitors and residents from around the globe, offering a unique blend of cosmopolitan living and tropical charm.
Population (2022) 413,201
Cost of Living Higher than average 21%
Nearby Airport Miami International Airport

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