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#1070 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Destiny Achievement Centers

School

845 87TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,070 of 1,462

In St. Petersburg

#24 of 30

public schools

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About Destiny Achievement Centers

Destiny Achievement Centers is a private school in St. Petersburg, FL. Destiny Achievement Centers serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Destiny Achievement Centers has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,070 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.7 pts below FL schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 37 students, Destiny Achievement Centers 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.

Destiny Achievement Centers 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

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How Destiny Achievement Centers compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in St. Petersburg, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.3:1

This School

15.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

562

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35.1% vs 0%

Black 10.8% vs 0%

Asian 10.8% vs 0%

Destiny Achievement Centers St. Petersburg Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Destiny Achievement Centers (this school)	—	37	12.3:1	5.6
SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	599	13.9:1	6.8
LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	484	15.1:1	5.9
MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	801	17.8:1	4.6
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	1,762	21:1	6.8
JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	401	12.9:1	6.2
SHORE ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	695	15.1:1	8.2
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY	2.9 mi	394	10.1:1	6.5
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	393	13.6:1	5.9
NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	448	13.2:1	6.9
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	659	13.2:1	6.5
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	256	11.1:1	7.4
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	539	16.3:1	7.4
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.3 mi	456	13:1	6.3
ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL	5.3 mi	1,710	20.6:1	6.6
ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGIATE STEM HIGH SCHOOL	5.5 mi	146	24.3:1	—
MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.5 mi	373	12.9:1	7.2
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.7 mi	430	14.3:1	6.7
PLATO ACADEMY OF ST.PETERSBURG	6.0 mi	370	11.9:1	6.6
CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.1 mi	462	12.5:1	8.4
JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL	6.2 mi	791	19.3:1	6.4

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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

B- 5.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,116

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 72%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 2.4 / 10

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Enrollment 37

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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 35.1%

Two or More 27.0%

Black 10.8%

Asian 10.8%

Native American 10.8%

Pacific Islander 5.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

845 87TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Destiny Achievement Centers may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE CANTERBURY SCHOOL OF FLORIDA (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MORNING STAR SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Pinellas Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHORECREST PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg	0.7 mi	59	6.9
DOLPHIN STEM ACADEMY St. Petersburg	0.7 mi	34	5.1
SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.0 mi	599	6.8
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.1 mi	217	6.0
LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.3 mi	484	5.9
MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.8 mi	801	4.6
ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg	1.9 mi	307	7.4
THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY St. Petersburg	1.9 mi	40	6.9
THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY St. Petersburg	1.9 mi	43	7.4
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg	2.1 mi	1,762	6.8
JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	2.2 mi	401	6.2
SHORECREST PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	2.4 mi	908	6.4
THE CANTERBURY SCHOOL OF FLORIDA St. Petersburg	2.4 mi	347	7.9
SHORE ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	2.6 mi	695	8.2
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Pinellas Park	2.6 mi	40	5.8
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY St. Petersburg	2.9 mi	394	6.5
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	3.1 mi	393	5.9
NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg	3.4 mi	448	6.9
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pinellas Park	3.1 mi	209	6.4
MORNING STAR SCHOOL Pinellas Park	3.1 mi	78	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,503

Median Home Value

$293,700

Median Rent

$1,369/mo

Population

31,233

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Destiny Achievement Centers

What grades does Destiny Achievement Centers serve?

Destiny Achievement Centers serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Destiny Achievement Centers?

Destiny Achievement Centers has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Destiny Achievement Centers?

The student-teacher ratio at Destiny Achievement Centers is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Destiny Achievement Centers rank in FL?

Destiny Achievement Centers ranks #1,070 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Destiny Achievement Centers's MySchoolScout rating?

Destiny Achievement Centers has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Destiny Achievement Centers a private school?

Yes, Destiny Achievement Centers is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Destiny Achievement Centers a religious school?

Destiny Achievement Centers has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 37
Gender Split: 59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Pinellas County
Phone: (727) 900-6900

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