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#635 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 43% of private schools

American Collegiate Academy

School

1740 S MLK JR AVE, Clearwater, FL 33756

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#635 of 1,462

In Clearwater

#10 of 18

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About American Collegiate Academy

American Collegiate Academy is a private school in Clearwater, FL. American Collegiate Academy serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. American Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #635 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.3 pts above FL schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 165 students, American Collegiate Academy 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.

American Collegiate Academy 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.

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How American Collegiate Academy compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Clearwater, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

14.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

165

This School

490

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 51.5% vs 0%

White 15.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 12.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

American Collegiate Academy Clearwater Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
American Collegiate Academy (this school)	—	165	15:1	6.6
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	546	12.7:1	8.3
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	453	11.9:1	8.4
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	661	14.7:1	6.3
CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL	2.8 mi	1,637	21:1	4.9
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.9 mi	762	17.7:1	5.4
BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	484	14.7:1	8.2
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION	2.9 mi	172	7.8:1	4.5
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	544	14.3:1	7.3
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.3 mi	755	20.4:1	9.0
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL	3.5 mi	277	10.7:1	9.6
SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.7 mi	308	11:1	8.7
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER	3.7 mi	624	13:1	6.9
FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	609	13.2:1	7.5
CALVIN A. HUNSINGER SCHOOL	3.8 mi	115	5.2:1	4.8
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND	3.9 mi	66	—:1	4.8
PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY	3.9 mi	316	24.3:1	4.5
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL	3.9 mi	98	24.5:1	3.0
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.0 mi	629	13.1:1	7.0
HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.0 mi	580	13.5:1	8.7
ATHENIAN ACADEMY	5.4 mi	418	12.3:1	4.6

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 165

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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)

Black 51.5%

Two or More 17.6%

White 15.2%

Hispanic 12.1%

Pacific Islander 1.8%

Asian 1.2%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1740 S MLK JR AVE, Clearwater, FL 33756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering American Collegiate Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WASHBURN ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEARWATER ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	0.5 mi	546	8.3
BELLEAIR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Belleair	0.7 mi	1	—
LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Largo	1.0 mi	2,109	6.5
IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater	1.0 mi	123	6.6
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	1.2 mi	453	8.4
PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Largo	1.1 mi	894	7.4
DROPOUT PREVENTION SCHOOL Largo	1.4 mi	517	3.0
MILDRED HELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo	1.6 mi	521	8.9
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clearwater	1.5 mi	56	5.9
LARGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Largo	1.8 mi	780	6.6
WASHBURN ACADEMY Clearwater	2.0 mi	124	8.7
ST CECELIA INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clearwater	2.0 mi	401	6.4
NEXT LEVEL NATION ACADEMY Clearwater	2.3 mi	24	—
CLEARWATER ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Clearwater	2.3 mi	242	7.0
ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater	2.1 mi	318	7.6
RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo	2.5 mi	533	7.8
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Largo	2.4 mi	163	7.8
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater	2.5 mi	661	6.3
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION Clearwater	2.9 mi	172	4.5
FUGUITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo	3.0 mi	437	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,990

Median Home Value

$335,800

Median Rent

$1,382/mo

Population

32,928

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

61.7%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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BREVARD ACADEMY West Melbourne, FL	107	6.6
COVENANT COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lake City, FL	134	6.6
GRACE AND GLORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chipley, FL	166	6.6
IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater, FL	123	6.6
MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach, FL	216	6.6
NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner, FL	131	6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about American Collegiate Academy

What grades does American Collegiate Academy serve?

American Collegiate Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend American Collegiate Academy?

American Collegiate Academy has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at American Collegiate Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at American Collegiate Academy is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does American Collegiate Academy rank in FL?

American Collegiate Academy ranks #635 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is American Collegiate Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

American Collegiate Academy 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 American Collegiate Academy a private school?

Yes, American Collegiate Academy 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 American Collegiate Academy a religious school?

No, American Collegiate Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 70 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 36 Some Transit
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 165
Gender Split: 66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (205) 344-0556

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