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#605 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 41% of private schools
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg
Middle School
2301 22ND AVE S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#605 of 1,462
In St. Petersburg
#14 of 30
public schools
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Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg
Middle School in St. Petersburg · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg is a private middle school in St. Petersburg, FL. Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 142 students, Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in St. Petersburg, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg (this school) | 6.6 |
| JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8 | 9.3 |
| LAKEVIEW FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY | 6.1 |
| PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| MIDTOWN ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL | 7.6 |
| CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| MAXIMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| BAY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| BAY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| PINELLAS MYCROSCHOOL OF INTEGRATED ACADEMICS AND TECHNOLOGI | 5.8 |
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in St. Petersburg
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2301 22ND AVE S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MT MORIAH CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTAL ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8 St. Petersburg | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| LAKEVIEW FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MIDTOWN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 9.6 |
| MT MORIAH CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTAL ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY OF LEARNING St. Petersburg | 1.4 mi | — |
| ARQAM'S ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MAXIMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BETHEL COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,729
Median Home Value
$300,600
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
25,871
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg
What grades does Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg serve?
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg?
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg rank in FL?
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg ranks #605 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg a private school?
Yes, Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg a religious school?
No, Academy Prep Center of St Petersburg is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 142
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 322-0800
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