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Below Average

#1350 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Icon Preparatory School

Elementary School

1906 N ROME AVE, Tampa, FL 33607

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

388

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Tampa

#52 of 54

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#571 of 612

About Icon Preparatory School

ICON PREPARATORY SCHOOL is a regular public school located in Tampa, Florida, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 388 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1, the school provides personalized attention to help each child succeed academically and socially. The school's setting within a large city offers diverse opportunities for learning beyond the classroom.

ICON PREPARATORY SCHOOL has a MySchoolScout Rating of 5.3 out of 10, placing it in the 12th percentile among Florida schools with a state ranking of #1294 out of 1462. The school focuses on student development and academic growth despite its current standing. ICON PREPARATORY SCHOOL is situated in an area that offers a rich urban environment, providing students with access to cultural events, museums, and community resources right in their backyard.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Icon Preparatory School 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
$12,267
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$10,963
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.89x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
73%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$2.2M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 388 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Icon Preparatory School compares to 148 public schools serving similar grades in Tampa, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
388
This School
vs
504
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.5
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 97.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
White 0.3% vs 0%
Icon Preparatory School Tampa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Icon Preparatory School (this school) 4.5
DUNBAR ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL 8.4
STEWART MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL 4.0
WEST TAMPA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
MACFARLANE PARK ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL 7.8
GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL SCHOOL 5.7
HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE HIGH SCHOOL —
PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO 9.3
TAMPA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY MAGNET 8.0
MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.1
TAMPA BAY BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
GORRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
WILSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF TAMPA 3.5
RAMPELLO K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL 7.1
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
CHANNELSIDE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE 5.3
SEMINOLE HEIGHTS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL 3.4
TRINITY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN 6.6
BROWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5

Showing 20 of 148 schools. View all schools in Tampa

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)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,202.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 388
View data sources

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)

Black 97.2%
Hispanic 2.3%
White 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1906 N ROME AVE, Tampa, FL 33607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Icon Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DUNBAR ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
DUNBAR ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 0.1 mi 8.4
STEWART MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 0.4 mi 4.0
WEST TAMPA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 0.6 mi 7.8
BLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 0.7 mi 4.8
TAMPA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Tampa 0.8 mi 6.3
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa 0.9 mi 5.2
MACFARLANE PARK ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 0.9 mi 7.8
VILLA MADONNA SCHOOL Tampa 1.0 mi 7.5
GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.1 mi 7.5
HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 1.1 mi —
HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL SCHOOL Tampa 1.1 mi 5.7
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HYDE PARK Tampa 1.2 mi 4.7
PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO Tampa 1.2 mi 9.3
REAL LIFE INC Tampa 1.3 mi —
MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.4 mi 8.1
TAMPA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY MAGNET Tampa 1.3 mi 8.0
WESTMINSTER ACADEMY Tampa 1.3 mi 6.7
GORRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 7.8
WILSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 6.7
TAMPA BAY BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,404

Median Home Value

$316,100

Median Rent

$1,771/mo

Population

24,960

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

39

Community Profile

The community surrounding Icon Preparatory School has a median household income of $66,404. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $316,100, with a median rent of $1,771/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 23 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
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF GREATER MIAMI Miami, FL 4.5
EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL 4.5
KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando, FL 4.5
LEHRMAN COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Miami Beach, FL 4.5
WATKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Park, FL 4.5
WOODLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Icon Preparatory School

What grades does Icon Preparatory School serve?

Icon Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Icon Preparatory School?

Icon Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Icon Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Icon Preparatory School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Icon Preparatory School rank in FL?

Icon Preparatory School is ranked #1350 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Icon Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Icon Preparatory School has a composite rating of 4.5 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 Icon Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Icon Preparatory School 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 Icon Preparatory School a religious school?

No, Icon Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,917/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
388
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
HILLSBOROUGH
Phone
(813) 967-8300
Data Year
2022–2023

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