About This School
Pinellas Preparatory Academy is located in Largo, FL and is one of 160 schools in Pinellas School District. It is a charter school that serves 388 students in grades 4-8.
Charter schools are public schools, but differ from traditional public schools in that they are independent and are operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, or others. Funding for charter schools is based on designated local or state educational organizations. Those organizations are responsible for monitoring and assessing the quality and effectiveness of education, but permit the schools to operate outside of the traditional public school education system.
Pinellas Preparatory Academy did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of Florida in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Pinellas Preparatory Academy's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2007, Pinellas Preparatory Academy had 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The Florida average is 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Pinellas Preparatory Academy's students and teachers. more
Charter schools are public schools, but differ from traditional public schools in that they are independent and are operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, or others. Funding for charter schools is based on designated local or state educational organizations. Those organizations are responsible for monitoring and assessing the quality and effectiveness of education, but permit the schools to operate outside of the traditional public school education system.
Pinellas Preparatory Academy did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of Florida in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Pinellas Preparatory Academy's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2007, Pinellas Preparatory Academy had 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The Florida average is 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Pinellas Preparatory Academy's students and teachers. more
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Pinellas District Spending
$8,959Per Pupil
The Pinellas spends $8,959 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 60% on instruction, 36% on support services, 4% on other elementary and secondary expenditures. More about Pinellas District
Education.com TestRating
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For Florida, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 FCAT Results for all subjects tested.
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Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Camelot School 0.9 miles | n/a | |
| Community Christian School of Five Oaks 1.1 miles | n/a | |
| Allendale Academy Private School Inc 1.1 miles | n/a | |
| Frontier Elementary School 1.2 miles |  |
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| Southern Oak Elementary School 1.6 miles |  |
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School Facts
- Charter School
- Grades 4-8
- Pinellas School District
Did not make AYP
see 2011 test scores
see 2011 test scores
Contact
Pinellas Preparatory Academy2300 South Belcher Rd
Largo, FL 33771
(727) 536-3600
www.pinellasprep.org
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Full-time, tuition-free public charter school serving Florida students.
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Test Scores
About the FCAT
What is it?
The FCAT is an annual test used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students are assessed in grades 3 through 10 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in science, and in grades 4, 8, and 10 in writing.
How is it Scored?
Students score at one of five levels, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3 (grade level).
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The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For Florida, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 FCAT Results for all subjects tested.
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Enrollment (2010)
Total: 388
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Student Economic Level (2010)
In 2010, Pinellas Preparatory Academy had 35% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. Florida had 50% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2010)
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15:1STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
In 2010, Pinellas Preparatory Academy had 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
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Recent Reviews
Pinellas Preparatory Academy
I LOVE IT im actually a student and im learning at a better level
Submitted by a Current Student on Apr 26, 2012
Pinellas Preparatory Academy
4
I had two of my children attend PPA and I was very, very please with the school. All of the staff are wonderful, engaging and efficient at what they do. The teachers are education oriented, as well as being very engaging with every students welfare and there success in the classroom. The Principal is a great man. He looks out for the best interest of the students, parents and staff. He's a great leader and role model for everyone. Being a single mother of three I was very grateful that my two oldest were able to attend PPA. I do wish that the school started at kindergarden thru eighth grades at least. I have a younger child that I'm hoping will get to attend there when he is entering the fourth grade.
Submitted by a Parent on Jul 14, 2010
Pinellas Preparatory Academy
5
We have been so very pleased with Pinellas Prep. The teachers are enthusiastic and focused. The principal is concerned and thoughtful...a terrific leader and mentor. The curriculum is purposeful and engaging. we cannot thank PPA enough for the many gifts they give each day.
Submitted by a Parent on Apr 15, 2010
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