Below Average

#1291 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes

High School

1331 S ALAFAYA TRL, Orlando, FL 32828

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,291 of 1,462

In Orlando

#72 of 82

public schools

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About Center Academy - Waterford Lakes

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes is a private high school in Orlando, FL. Center Academy - Waterford Lakes serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Academy - Waterford Lakes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,291 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.9 pts below FL schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 74 students, Center Academy - Waterford Lakes 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 - Waterford Lakes 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 Center Academy - Waterford Lakes compares to 197 public schools serving similar grades in Orlando, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.5:1

This School

17:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

783

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.8

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 41.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 32.4% vs 0%

Black 21.6% vs 0%

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes Orlando Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Center Academy - Waterford Lakes (this school)	—	74	18.5:1	4.8
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY	1.2 mi	538	16.8:1	7.3
DISCOVERY MIDDLE	1.3 mi	787	17.5:1	5.6
LEGACY MIDDLE	1.7 mi	697	17.9:1	4.5
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY	1.7 mi	492	14.9:1	6.5
ANDOVER ELEMENTARY	1.7 mi	698	14.9:1	6.0
CYPRESS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY	2.1 mi	712	14.5:1	8.2
LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY	2.6 mi	526	15.5:1	6.9
STONE LAKES ELEMENTARY	2.6 mi	628	16.5:1	7.0
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY	2.9 mi	594	14.8:1	7.8
TIMBER LAKES ELEMENTARY	3.0 mi	683	17.1:1	8.4
CASTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY	3.0 mi	545	15.6:1	6.2
ECON RIVER HIGH CHARTER	3.2 mi	290	41.4:1	3.9
DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY	3.3 mi	490	14.4:1	8.2
TIMBER CREEK HIGH	3.3 mi	3,574	23.2:1	6.5
AVALON ELEMENTARY	3.4 mi	579	15.6:1	7.3
PINECREST COLLEGIATE ACADEMY	3.4 mi	6	6:1	—
AVALON MIDDLE	3.5 mi	864	18.4:1	8.0
UNIVERSITY HIGH	3.7 mi	2,561	23.7:1	5.2
TIMBER SPRINGS MIDDLE	3.9 mi	1,067	20.5:1	6.5
UNION PARK ELEMENTARY	3.9 mi	464	15:1	5.8

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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- 2.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.5 / 10

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Enrollment 74

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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)

White 41.9%

Hispanic 32.4%

Black 21.6%

Two or More 2.7%

Native American 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1331 S ALAFAYA TRL, Orlando, FL 32828

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center Academy - Waterford Lakes may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIMBER CREEK HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY HIGH (rated 5.2/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ECON RIVER HIGH CHARTER (rated 3.9/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
WATERFORD ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.2 mi	538	7.3
DISCOVERY MIDDLE Orlando	1.3 mi	787	5.6
LEGACY MIDDLE Orlando	1.7 mi	697	4.5
ANDOVER ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.7 mi	698	6.0
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY Orlando	1.7 mi	492	6.5
LITTLE LORDS AND LADIES CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando	2.0 mi	13	—
CYPRESS SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Orlando	2.1 mi	712	8.2
LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY Orlando	2.6 mi	526	6.9
STONE LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando	2.6 mi	628	7.0
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY Orlando	2.9 mi	594	7.8
CASTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando	3.0 mi	545	6.2
ECON RIVER HIGH CHARTER Orlando	3.2 mi	290	3.9
TIMBER LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando	3.0 mi	683	8.4
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ORLANDO Orlando	3.2 mi	194	7.8
DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando	3.3 mi	490	8.2
TIMBER CREEK HIGH Orlando	3.3 mi	3,574	6.5
UNIVERSITY HIGH Orlando	3.7 mi	2,561	5.2
UCP EAST CHARTER Orlando	3.8 mi	116	7.0
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Orlando	3.3 mi	593	7.3
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando	3.3 mi	594	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,927

Median Home Value

$403,700

Median Rent

$1,830/mo

Population

69,937

College Educated

52.3%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center Academy - Waterford Lakes

What grades does Center Academy - Waterford Lakes serve?

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Center Academy - Waterford Lakes?

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Academy - Waterford Lakes?

The student-teacher ratio at Center Academy - Waterford Lakes is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Center Academy - Waterford Lakes rank in FL?

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes ranks #1,291 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Center Academy - Waterford Lakes's MySchoolScout rating?

Center Academy - Waterford Lakes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 - Waterford Lakes a private school?

Yes, Center Academy - Waterford Lakes 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 - Waterford Lakes a religious school?

No, Center Academy - Waterford Lakes is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 67 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 5th – 12th
Enrollment: 74
Gender Split: 64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Orange County
Phone: (407) 270-4444

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