After integrating these girls into its academic program, the Academy became a co-educational day school when it settled onto its present campus in 1925.

Under the leadership of Headmaster Cliff Nichols (1951 – 1981), the Academy expanded slowly from a neighborhood school into a more regional institution.

At that point, they left to attend and complete their secondary education at other boarding and day schools in the Pittsburgh area.

When evaluating candidates for induction, the Cum Laude Society instructs its member chapters to not consider service, athletics, leadership, or other non-academic factors, because it argues that such qualities are recognized in many other contexts.

Therefore, the Cum Laude Society recommendation focuses first and foremost on a student's record of academic achievement.

The Sewickley Academy Athletics Program fosters the development of personal and team excellence in student-athletes.

Outstanding coaches work with individuals and teams to improve performance and promote character, leadership, and sportsmanship.

The Academy utilizes two greenhouses and a school garden to create an outdoor classroom and experiential learning center.