Very Good
#131 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 9% of private schools
Cranium Academy
Elementary School
4068 WINTER GARDEN VINELAND RD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#131 of 1,462
In Winter Garden
#1 of 3
public schools
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Cranium Academy
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About Cranium Academy
Cranium Academy is a private elementary school in Winter Garden, FL. Cranium Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cranium Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Cranium 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Cranium Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cranium 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 Cranium Academy compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Winter Garden, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cranium Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| WHISPERING OAK ELEMENTARY | 9.3 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY | 9.1 |
| SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND | 6.0 |
| SUMMERLAKE ELEMENTARY | 8.4 |
| WILLIAM S MAXEY ELEMENTARY | 8.5 |
| TILDENVILLE ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| HAMLIN ELEMENTARY | 9.4 |
| DILLARD STREET ELEMENTARY | 4.9 |
| PANTHER LAKE ELEMENTARY | 7.3 |
| WATER SPRING ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
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
4068 WINTER GARDEN VINELAND RD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cranium Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WHISPERING OAK ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Windermere), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winter Garden, see our Winter Garden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY Windermere | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| WINDERMERE HIGH Windermere | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WHISPERING OAK ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| WINDEMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WINDERMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BRIDGEWATER MIDDLE Winter Garden | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 2.1 mi | — |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Garden | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SUNRIDGE MIDDLE Winter Garden | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| STAR CHILD ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST ORANGE HIGH Winter Garden | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY Windermere | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| UCP WEST ORANGE CHARTER Orlando | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Winter Garden | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ESTEEM ACADEMY Winter Garden | 3.1 mi | — |
| ESE TRANSITION Winter Garden | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY Windermere | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,988
Median Home Value
$475,000
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
93,064
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cranium Academy
What grades does Cranium Academy serve?
Cranium Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cranium Academy?
Cranium Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cranium Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cranium Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cranium Academy rank in FL?
Cranium Academy ranks #131 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Cranium Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cranium Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cranium Academy a private school?
Yes, Cranium 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 Cranium Academy a religious school?
No, Cranium Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (407) 294-6950
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