Below Average

#1330 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Dream Academy Schools

School

6012 US HIGHWAY 19, New Port Richey, FL 34652

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

22.9:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

22.9:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,330 of 1,462

In New Port Richey

#6 of 6

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About Dream Academy Schools

Dream Academy Schools is a private school in New Port Richey, FL. Dream Academy Schools serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dream Academy Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.7 pts below FL schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Dream Academy Schools runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Dream Academy Schools 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 Dream Academy Schools compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in New Port Richey, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

22.9:1

This School

15.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

229

This School

632

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 21.8% vs 0%

Black 2.2% vs 0%

Dream Academy Schools New Port Richey Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Dream Academy Schools (this school)	—	229	22.9:1	4.6
RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	767	14.8:1	2.9
GULF HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	1,532	18.2:1	4.9
GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.1 mi	858	17.9:1	3.6
JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	565	17.7:1	6.4
COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	559	14.3:1	4.8
ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	559	16.9:1	3.4
MARCHMAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE	2.7 mi	2	0.2:1	—
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	443	15.8:1	3.8
WENDELL KRINN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	3.0 mi	711	19.8:1	6.6
PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY	3.2 mi	313	10.8:1	6.2
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	3.5 mi	51	10.2:1	4.7
DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	491	13.6:1	7.2
ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS	3.5 mi	384	14.8:1	9.1
BAYCARE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH	3.7 mi	15	15:1	—
SEVEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	510	17:1	5.1
PLATO ACADEMY TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL	4.1 mi	524	15.4:1	4.0
DAYSPRING ACADEMY	4.8 mi	943	15.7:1	8.4
CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	595	16.1:1	3.2
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.6 mi	588	15.1:1	7.7
LEARNING LODGE ACADEMY	5.8 mi	271	13.6:1	6.5

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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- 1.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 22.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,098

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 44%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 229

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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 71.2%

Hispanic 21.8%

Two or More 4.8%

Black 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6012 US HIGHWAY 19, New Port Richey, FL 34652

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dream Academy Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELFERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY (rated 6.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Port Richey, see our New Port Richey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	0.9 mi	767	2.9
GULF HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.0 mi	1,532	4.9
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY New Port Richey	1.1 mi	30	7.0
JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.2 mi	565	6.4
GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL New Port Richey	1.1 mi	858	3.6
MITTYE P. LOCKE EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY PREV PK-5 New Port Richey	1.7 mi	100	4.1
ELFERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.0 mi	221	6.7
THE RAINBOW TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.0 mi	84	6.8
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey	2.0 mi	23	—
FIRST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey	2.3 mi	240	6.6
ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.5 mi	559	3.4
COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.3 mi	559	4.8
MARCHMAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE New Port Richey	2.7 mi	2	—
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey	2.9 mi	443	3.8
WENDELL KRINN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey	3.0 mi	711	6.6
SUNRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holiday	3.3 mi	431	3.4
PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY New Port Richey	3.2 mi	313	6.2
CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Richey	3.4 mi	632	4.6
ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS New Port Richey	3.5 mi	384	9.1
CHASCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Richey	3.4 mi	636	4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,396

Median Home Value

$198,400

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

25,900

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

51.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dream Academy Schools

What grades does Dream Academy Schools serve?

Dream Academy Schools serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Dream Academy Schools?

Dream Academy Schools has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dream Academy Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at Dream Academy Schools is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dream Academy Schools rank in FL?

Dream Academy Schools ranks #1,330 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Dream Academy Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Dream Academy Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dream Academy Schools a private school?

Yes, Dream Academy Schools 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 Dream Academy Schools a religious school?

No, Dream Academy Schools is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 71 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 229
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 22.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 183 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pasco County
Phone: (727) 900-5186

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