Very Good
#273 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 19% of private schools
Sparrow Academy
School
8595 US HIGHWAY 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
2nd – 11th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
2nd – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#273 of 1,462
In Lakeland
#5 of 18
public schools
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Sparrow Academy
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About Sparrow Academy
Sparrow Academy is a private school in Lakeland, FL. Sparrow Academy serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades 2nd-11th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sparrow Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Sparrow 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.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Sparrow Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sparrow 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 Sparrow Academy compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sparrow Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| R. CLEM CHURCHWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| LAKE GIBSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| LAKE GIBSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| DR. NE ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| EDGAR L. PADGETT ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| SOCRUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| WENDELL WATSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| KATHLEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| KATHLEEN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| SLEEPY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| SLEEPY HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| NORTH LAKELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF CHOICE | 4.0 |
| GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| ROCHELLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 8.0 |
| LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY | 8.0 |
| KATHLEEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE | 8.1 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY | 8.2 |
| WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING | 9.3 |
Showing 20 of 59 schools. View all schools in Lakeland
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
8595 US HIGHWAY 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sparrow Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. AVENGERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 5.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,112
Median Home Value
$248,700
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
30,498
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
42.6
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| ABLE ACADEMICS Cocoa, FL | 7.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR AUTISM Orlando, FL | 7.4 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moore Haven, FL | 7.4 |
| CITRUS HEIGHTS ACADEMY Clermont, FL | 7.4 |
| GREAT LEAPS ACADEMY Palm Bay, FL | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sparrow Academy
What grades does Sparrow Academy serve?
Sparrow Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 11th.
How many students attend Sparrow Academy?
Sparrow Academy has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparrow Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sparrow Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sparrow Academy rank in FL?
Sparrow Academy ranks #273 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Sparrow Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sparrow Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sparrow Academy a private school?
Yes, Sparrow Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sparrow Academy a religious school?
Sparrow Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 11th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 777-2269
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