Needs Improvement
#3680 of 3,778 schools in FL
Acceleration Academy
High School · ST. LUCIE
329 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St. Lucie, FL 34984
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
72.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
72.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,680 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#25 of 25
public schools
In district
#47 of 47
ST. LUCIE
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Acceleration Academy
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About Acceleration Academy
Acceleration Academy is a public high school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.
Acceleration Academy serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 72.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Acceleration Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,680 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Acceleration Academy show 30% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Acceleration Academy runs 72.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Acceleration Academy — Students at Acceleration Academy score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 1 test record from FL state assessments. About our data
How Acceleration Academy Compares
See how Acceleration Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
329 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St. Lucie, FL 34984
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acceleration Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CLUB MED ACADEMIES (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TREASURE COAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST. LUCIE WEST CENTENNIAL HIGH (rated 5.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FLORESTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| IVY LEAGUE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| DALTON LEARNING CENTER INC. Port St. Lucie | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TREASURE COAST HIGH SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CLUB MED ACADEMIES Port St. Lucie | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WINDMILL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST. LUCIE WEST K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| OAK HAMMOCK K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| I AM ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 2.8 mi | — |
| MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST. LUCIE WEST CENTENNIAL HIGH Port St. Lucie | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| THE PURE ACADEMY Port St.lucie | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| SUNLIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| VILLAGE GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY BETHANY Port St. Lucie | 3.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34984 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,766
Median Home Value
$324,900
Median Rent
$1,888/mo
Population
19,207
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
85.9%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
44
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| QUANTUM HIGH SCHOOL Boynton Beach, FL | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acceleration Academy
What grades does Acceleration Academy serve?
Acceleration Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Acceleration Academy?
Acceleration Academy has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acceleration Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Acceleration Academy is 72.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Acceleration Academy rank in FL?
Acceleration Academy ranks #3,680 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Acceleration Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Acceleration Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Acceleration Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Acceleration Academy has 30% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is Acceleration Academy a charter school?
No, Acceleration Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Acceleration Academy a Title I school?
No, Acceleration Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Acceleration Academy?
34.9% of students at Acceleration Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 72.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.3%
- Phone
- (772) 618-1777
- 4-Year Graduation
- 22.0%
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #47 of 47
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