Needs Improvement
#1429 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Center Academy
School
34054 US HIGHWAY 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.7
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.7
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,429 of 1,462
In Palm Harbor
#5 of 5
public schools
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Center Academy
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About Center Academy
Center Academy is a private school in Palm Harbor, FL. Center Academy serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,429 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Center 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.
Center 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Center Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Palm Harbor, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Academy (this school) | 3.7 |
| JOSEPH L. CARWISE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| PALM HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| PALM HARBOR UNIVERSITY HIGH | 7.0 |
| ELISA NELSON ELEMENTARY | 9.7 |
| HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| OZONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| PLATO ACADEMY PALM HARBOR CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| CYPRESS WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
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
34054 US HIGHWAY 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ELISA NELSON ELEMENTARY (rated 9.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY ACADEMY OF SCIENCE (rated 9.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Dunedin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Harbor, see our Palm Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34684 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,542
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
26,926
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
55.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale, FL | 3.7 |
| CAMINITI EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa, FL | 3.8 |
| RICHBOURG SCHOOL Crestview, FL | 3.8 |
| SERVICE LEARNING SCHOOL INC. Clearwater, FL | 3.8 |
| SOUL ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL | 3.8 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY INC. Sebring, FL | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Academy
What grades does Center Academy serve?
Center Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Center Academy?
Center Academy has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Academy is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Center Academy rank in FL?
Center Academy ranks #1,429 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Center Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Center Academy a private school?
Yes, Center 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 Center Academy a religious school?
No, Center Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 781-2986
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