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#681 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 47% of private schools
Hope Preparatory Academy
School
13806 STATE ROAD 33, Groveland, FL 34736
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#681 of 1,462
In Groveland
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Hope Preparatory Academy
Hope Preparatory Academy is a private school in Groveland, FL. Hope Preparatory Academy serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #681 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Hope Preparatory 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.
Hope Preparatory 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 Hope Preparatory Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Groveland, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Groveland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hope Preparatory Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| GROVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| GRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| SOUTH LAKE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
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
13806 STATE ROAD 33, Groveland, FL 34736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PRAISE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CITRUS HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Clermont), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Minneola), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Groveland, see our Groveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GROVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groveland | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| GRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Groveland | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| INTEGRITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY #6889 Groveland | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PRAISE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Groveland | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| THE ACADEMY AT LAKE HILLS SCHOOL- SOUTH Mascotte | 2.6 mi | — |
| SOUTH LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Groveland | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MASCOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mascotte | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clermont | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PINE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CYPRESS RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 5.7 mi | 8.3 |
| THE KEY TO LEARNING Minneola | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minneola | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ABELS ACADEMY Clermont | 6.7 mi | 6.3 |
| APPLIED BEHAVIOR EDU AND LIFESKILLS ACADEMY Clermont | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DREAMPLEX THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Clermont | 6.8 mi | 3.8 |
| THE DREAM ACADEMY INC Clermont | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CITRUS HEIGHTS ACADEMY Clermont | 6.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MINNEOLA CONVERSION CHARTER SCHOOL Minneola | 6.9 mi | 8.4 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL Clermont | 6.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LAND OF LAKES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clermont | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,478
Median Home Value
$335,300
Median Rent
$1,535/mo
Population
26,086
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
42
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|---|---|
| AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & ART CENTER Hialeah, FL | 6.5 |
| BROACH WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 6.5 |
| HEART TO HEART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 6.5 |
| INSPIRE LEARNING ACADEMY Longwood, FL | 6.5 |
| MIAMI MACARTHUR EDUCATIONAL CENTER Naranja, FL | 6.5 |
| NICAEA ACADEMY Naples, FL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Preparatory Academy
What grades does Hope Preparatory Academy serve?
Hope Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Hope Preparatory Academy?
Hope Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Preparatory Academy is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hope Preparatory Academy rank in FL?
Hope Preparatory Academy ranks #681 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Hope Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hope Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Hope Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hope Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Hope Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 98
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (352) 429-4722
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