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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Lake Academy
Lake Academy is a public school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Lake Academy serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, Lake 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.
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.
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Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 17 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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 | 5.8 |
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 0.1 mi | — |
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| 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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Lake Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.4%
- Phone
- (813) 840-7240
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
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