School Overview
Acceleration Academy in Port St. Lucie is a specialized educational institution designed to provide an alternative pathway for students who may have struggled in a traditional high school setting. Operated as a public charter school, it focuses on re-engaging students—often those who are credit-deficient or at risk of dropping out—by offering a flexible, personalized, and mastery-based approach to learning. The school is specifically structured to help students earn their high school diplomas in an environment that prioritizes individual pacing and supportive mentorship.

The academy’s model centers on a blended learning environment that combines rigorous academic curriculum with significant one-on-one attention from instructors and "graduation candidates" coaches. By removing the rigid structures of a standard classroom, the school allows students to balance their academic responsibilities with personal life challenges, such as work or family obligations. Ultimately, Acceleration Academy serves as a vital community resource aimed at removing barriers to graduation, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to achieve academic success and prepare for post-secondary career or educational goals.
418
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
83.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ACCELERATION ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White137
Hispanic151
Black114
Asian1
Two or More14
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    151 (36.1%)
  • White
    137 (32.8%)
  • Black
    114 (27.3%)
  • Two or More
    14 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
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: ST. LUCIE
Phone: (772)618-1777
Website: http://accelerationacademy.org
Grade Range: 8th - 12th
Total Students: 418
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 83.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 223
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 4
Grade 8 1
Grade 9 3
Grade 10 36
Grade 11 93
Grade 12 281

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ACCELERATION ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten4
Grade 81
Grade 93
Grade 1036
Grade 1193
Grade 12281
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ACCELERATION ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21351%
Male20549%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)