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#289 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 20% of private schools

Great Leaps Academy

School

1320 CULVER DR NE STE 3, Palm Bay, FL 32907

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

UG – UG

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Palm Bay

#3 of 5

public schools

Florida schools

#146 of 694

About Great Leaps Academy

Great Leaps Academy serves 38 students in Palm Bay, Florida, operating as a regular public school with an exceptionally small, close-knit learning environment. With just 5 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an impressive 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for highly individualized attention and personalized instruction that larger schools simply cannot provide. The school has earned a strong 9.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence despite ranking #865 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 41st percentile among Florida schools.

This intimate educational setting creates opportunities for teachers to truly know each student and tailor learning approaches to individual needs. Great Leaps Academy is situated in the 32907 zip code area of Palm Bay, a community where the median household income reaches $67,002 and median home values average $230,300. The neighborhood maintains a poverty rate of 10.6%, with 20% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The school's location in this mid-size city provides families with access to both educational resources and community amenities while maintaining a more personal, small-town feel within the broader Brevard County area.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 38 students, Great Leaps Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1, Great Leaps Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Great Leaps Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$8,450
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$6,450
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.76x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
96%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$147,218

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 38 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Great Leaps Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Palm Bay, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
868
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.5% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 5.3% vs 0%
Great Leaps Academy Palm Bay Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Great Leaps Academy (this school) 7.4
LOCKMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT LOCKMAR 7.7
RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.7
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY 5.5
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.1
JOHN F. TURNER SENIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.2
PALM BAY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 6.0
PORT MALABAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
JUPITER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
ROYAL PALM CHARTER SCHOOL 8.0
ODYSSEY CHARTER SCHOOL 5.2
HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL 4.2
BAYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL 3.4
ODYSSEY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY 7.3
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,398
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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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 68.4%
Hispanic 10.5%
Two or More 10.5%
Black 5.3%
Asian 5.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1320 CULVER DR NE STE 3, Palm Bay, FL 32907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Leaps Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT WEST MELBOURNE (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby West Melbourne), with a very similar rating. Another option is WEST MELBOURNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Melbourne), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby West Melbourne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palm Bay, see our Palm Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LOCKMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 0.4 mi 7.2
IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT WEST MELBOURNE West Melbourne 0.9 mi 6.9
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT LOCKMAR Palm Bay 0.9 mi 7.7
RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.0 mi 7.9
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.8 mi 6.7
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Melbourne 1.9 mi 6.2
CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY West Melbourne 1.9 mi 7.1
EL SINAI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Palm Bay 1.9 mi 6.1
SPACE COAST DISCOVERY Melbourne 1.9 mi 5.5
MEADOWLANE INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Melbourne 2.1 mi 7.4
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL West Melbourne 2.1 mi 5.2
MEADOWLANE PRIMARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Melbourne 2.1 mi 7.8
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Palm Bay 2.1 mi 5.5
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT WEST MELBOURNE West Melbourne 2.2 mi 7.6
WEST MELBOURNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melbourne 2.7 mi 7.6
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Palm Bay 2.6 mi 7.6
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Bay 2.9 mi 5.1
W. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE West Melbourne 3.0 mi 8.6
LIFELINE ACADEMY Palm Bay 2.7 mi 6.0
JOHN F. TURNER SENIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 3.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,827

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Population

48,352

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

85.9%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

44.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Great Leaps Academy has a median household income of $71,827. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $253,700, with a median rent of $1,693/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
NEW JERUSALEM ACADEMY Kissimmee, FL 7.4
SPARROW ACADEMY Lakeland, FL 7.4
VERDI ECOSCHOOL Melbourne, FL 7.5
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND PROGRAM Sanford, FL 7.3
NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton, FL 7.3
THE FIRST HOPE OF THE FIRST ACADEMY Orlando, FL 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Leaps Academy

What grades does Great Leaps Academy serve?

Great Leaps Academy serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Great Leaps Academy?

Great Leaps Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Leaps Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Leaps Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Great Leaps Academy rank in FL?

Great Leaps Academy is ranked #289 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Great Leaps Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Leaps Academy has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Great Leaps Academy a private school?

Yes, Great Leaps 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 Great Leaps Academy a religious school?

No, Great Leaps Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,367/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Palm Bay). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
233 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
BREVARD
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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