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Lake Academy
School · HILLSBOROUGH
9504 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Lake Academy
Lake Academy is a public school in Tampa, FL, part of the HILLSBOROUGH. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades 4th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,193, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 students, Lake 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Address
- 9504 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
- Phone
- (813) 840-7240
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
9504 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC (rated 6.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Seffner). Another option is HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Seffner). Additionally, BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING (rated 6.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Brandon). For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE ACADEMY SECURE Tampa | 0.0 mi | — |
| COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY Tampa | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 0.1 mi | — |
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CRISTO REY TAMPA Tampa | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Brandon | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PALM RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,193
Median Home Value
$220,300
Median Rent
$1,618/mo
Population
40,302
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
33.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lake Academy has a median household income of $63,193. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $220,300, with a median rent of $1,618/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 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 |
|---|---|
| ACE ACADEMY NORTH Miami Gardens, FL | — |
| AMC ACADEMY Miami, FL | — |
| ARLINGTON ACADEMY OF MIAMI INC Miami, FL | — |
| BACOT ACADEMY Panama City, FL | — |
| BAY REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Panama City, FL | — |
| BAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Panama City, FL | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Academy
What grades does Lake Academy serve?
Lake Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Lake Academy?
Lake Academy has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Lake Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lake Academy a charter school?
No, Lake Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Academy a Title I school?
No, Lake Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Academy?
89.7% of students at Lake Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,917/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tampa). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 840-7240
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
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