Below Average
#1314 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Purpose Academy
Middle School
600 SW 3RD ST, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,314 of 1,462
In Pompano Beach
#10 of 12
public schools
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About Purpose Academy
Purpose Academy is a private middle school in Pompano Beach, FL. Purpose Academy serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Purpose Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,314 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Purpose 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.
Purpose Academy runs 24.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Purpose Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Purpose Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Pompano Beach, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Purpose Academy (this school) | 4.7 |
| POMPANO BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| BROWARD CHILDREN'S CENTER NORTH | — |
| CROSS CREEK SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| CYPRESS RUN ALTERNATIVE CENTER | 5.8 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| SOMERSET PINES ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
600 SW 3RD ST, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purpose Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is POMPANO BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oakland Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pompano Beach, see our Pompano Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,757
Median Home Value
$354,100
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
35,888
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SCHOOL OF SUCCESS ACADEMY-SOS Jacksonville, FL | 4.8 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY II Miami, FL | 5.0 |
| RESILIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL INC Gainesville, FL | 5.0 |
| CHI CHI RODRIQUEZ ACADEMY Clearwater, FL | 5.1 |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. Gainesville, FL | 5.4 |
| MATTIE V RUTHERFORD ALT ED CENTER Jacksonville, FL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purpose Academy
What grades does Purpose Academy serve?
Purpose Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Purpose Academy?
Purpose Academy has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Purpose Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Purpose Academy is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Purpose Academy rank in FL?
Purpose Academy ranks #1,314 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Purpose Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Purpose Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Purpose Academy a private school?
Yes, Purpose Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Purpose Academy a religious school?
Purpose Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (954) 590-7400
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