THE ACADEMY

18300 COCHRAN BLVD
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33948

298 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

The Academy in Port Charlotte, Florida, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Charlotte County Public Schools district. Designed as an alternative learning environment, the school focuses on providing targeted support to students who may benefit from a non-traditional academic setting. Its primary goal is to foster personal, social, and academic growth by offering a structured program that helps students navigate challenges and remain on track for graduation.

The school emphasizes a student-centered approach, utilizing smaller class sizes and individualized instruction to meet the unique needs of its population. By providing a blend of rigorous academics and behavioral support, The Academy aims to help students develop the skills necessary for success both inside and outside the classroom. Whether students are transitioning from traditional high schools or seeking a specialized path to their diploma, the school serves as a vital resource for those looking to overcome barriers and reach their full potential.

298

Total Students

18.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

58.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THE ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	186
Hispanic	65
Black	23
Asian	1
Two or More	23

White
186 (62.4%)
Hispanic
65 (21.8%)
Black
23 (7.7%)
Two or More
23 (7.7%)
Asian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	CHARLOTTE
Phone:	(941)255-7555
Website:	http://yourcharlotteschools.net/acad
Grade Range:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	298
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	155
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 65

Grade 6 1

Grade 7 5

Grade 8 18

Grade 9 8

Grade 10 19

Grade 11 77

Grade 12 105