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#2281 of 3,778 schools in FL
Performance Based Preparatory Academy
High School · ST. LUCIE
2909 DELAWARE AVE, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,281 of 3,778
In Fort Pierce
#6 of 20
public schools
In district
#23 of 47
ST. LUCIE
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Performance Based Preparatory Academy
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About Performance Based Preparatory Academy
Performance Based Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. Performance Based Preparatory Academy serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Performance Based Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,281 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Performance Based Preparatory Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Performance Based 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.
Test scores at Performance Based Preparatory 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.
Score Breakdown
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Performance Based Preparatory Academy — Students at Performance Based Preparatory Academy score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 13 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Performance Based Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Performance Based Preparatory 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
2909 DELAWARE AVE, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Performance Based Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST JAMES ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LINCOLN PARK ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS TREASURE COAST (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34947 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,985
Median Home Value
$202,700
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
13,192
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Performance Based Preparatory Academy
What grades does Performance Based Preparatory Academy serve?
Performance Based Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Performance Based Preparatory Academy?
Performance Based Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Performance Based Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Performance Based Preparatory Academy is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Performance Based Preparatory Academy rank in FL?
Performance Based Preparatory Academy ranks #2,281 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Performance Based Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Performance Based Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Performance Based Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Performance Based Preparatory Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
Is Performance Based Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Performance Based Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Performance Based Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Performance Based Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Performance Based Preparatory Academy?
55.3% of students at Performance Based Preparatory 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Phone
- (772) 468-5194
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #23 of 47
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