Dickens Sanomi Academy in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offers co–ed special education programs for grades K–12 in a suburban community setting.
The school was founded in 2014 and currently enrolls 121 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 across 14 teachers.
Tuition at Dickens Sanomi Academy is $15,150 per year, which is slightly below the local average for elementary private schools in Fort Lauderdale.
The student body is diverse, with 93.94% of enrolled students identifying as students of color.
This nonsectarian school serves families seeking special education services within the Fort Lauderdale suburban area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,150
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,150
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Education meets the needs of all our students.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dickens Sanomi Academy cost?
Dickens Sanomi Academy's tuition is approximately $15,150 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Dickens Sanomi Academy?
The application deadline for Dickens Sanomi Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Dickens Sanomi Academy is American High School Llc (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Gregory The Great School (0.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Gregory The Great School
(Catholic)
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