Average
#1748 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 46% in state
Lealman Innovation Academy
High School · PINELLAS
4900 28TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,748 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#29 of 43
public schools
In district
#98 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Lealman Innovation Academy
Lealman Innovation Academy is a public high school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. Lealman Innovation Academy serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Lealman Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,748 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Lealman Innovation Academy show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lealman Innovation Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
86% of students at Lealman Innovation Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lealman Innovation Academy — Students at Lealman Innovation Academy score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 37 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: 8.6/10.
How Lealman Innovation Academy Compares
See how Lealman Innovation Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4900 28TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lealman Innovation Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pinellas Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY St. Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY St. Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| EXCELLERATED TEACHING ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | — |
| LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ESTHERS SCHOOL INC-PINELLAS Pinellas Park | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Pinellas Park | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MORNING STAR SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| RICHARD L. SANDERS SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,221
Median Home Value
$177,500
Median Rent
$1,270/mo
Population
20,103
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lealman Innovation Academy
What grades does Lealman Innovation Academy serve?
Lealman Innovation Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Lealman Innovation Academy?
Lealman Innovation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lealman Innovation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lealman Innovation Academy is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lealman Innovation Academy rank in FL?
Lealman Innovation Academy ranks #1,748 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lealman Innovation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lealman Innovation 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.
What are the test scores at Lealman Innovation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lealman Innovation Academy has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lealman Innovation Academy a charter school?
No, Lealman Innovation Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lealman Innovation Academy a Title I school?
No, Lealman Innovation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lealman Innovation Academy?
80.2% of students at Lealman Innovation 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.0%
- Phone
- (727) 528-5802
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #98 of 148
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