CEEB Code: 440122
Tim Oditt
Head of School
Katy Reid
Director of Admission
kengler@ascensionacademy.org
Elisa Johnson
Academic Dean
ejohnson@ascensionacademy.org
Jackie Chase
Dean of Students
jchase@ascensionacademy.org
Sunnye Jones
Director of College Guidance
sjones@ascensionacademy.org
Kathi Lewis
Middle School Counselor
klewis@ascensionacademy.org
Austin Johnson
Athletic Director
ajohnson@ascensionacademy.org
9301 Ascension Pkwy.
Amarillo, TX 79119
About Ascension Academy
Ascension Academy is an independent, college-preparatory, faith-affirming school for students grades six through twelve. Founded in 2000, Ascension is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). The school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools(NAIS) and the Texas Private School Association (TPSA).
Mission Statement
Ascension Academy provides students with an exemplary college preparatory education in a challenging, faith-affirming environment to maximize the potential of every student.
The Student Body
Enrollment:
Middle School: 83
High School: 82
Total: 165
Faculty
Full Time: 21
Part Time: 11
With Advanced Degrees: 20
Student Teacher Ratio 5:1
Average Classroom Size 11
Ethnicity
43% of our students self-report
from diverse ethic back-grounds.
Male: 52%
Female: 48%
Variable Tuition
41% of our current students qualify for a variable tuition rate.
Admission
Selection of students is based on a student’s history of academic ability and demonstration of previous motivation and effort. An admission committee makes a determination after evaluating previous grade reports, standardized test scores, admission test and essay, teacher recommendations and personal interview.
