The Adirondack-Florida School, founded in 1903, later became the RANSOM School for Boys and merged with Everglades School for Girls in 1974 to form RANSOM Everglades School, enrolling 1054 boys and girls in Grades 6 to 12. The School believes the pursuit of academic excellence should be complemented by a concern for each student’s moral, physical, emotional, and aesthetic development. The curriculum encompasses visual and performing arts; activities include drama, sports, publications, and service groups. A summer academic program is offered. RANSOM Everglades is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. Tuition: $24,200. Financial Aid: $2,917,606. Amy Sayfie is Director of Admission and Financial Aid; Ellen Y. Moceri (Washington University, B.A., M.A.; Columbia University Teachers College, A.B.D.) is Head of School. Southern Association.