CYPRESS CREEK ACADEMY

CYPRESS CREEK ACADEMY is a public high school that is part of the CITRUS school district, located in LECANTO, FL with about 143 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 9 teachers, CYPRESS CREEK ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CYPRESS CREEK ACADEMY is a residential facility located in Lecanto, Florida, operated under the jurisdiction of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). As a high-risk residential program, the facility is designed to provide secure care and rehabilitative services for male youth who have been adjudicated delinquent. The academy functions within the state’s juvenile justice system to provide a structured environment that emphasizes public safety while addressing the specific behavioral and developmental needs of the young men placed there.

The educational and treatment framework at CYPRESS CREEK ACADEMY focuses on academic progress, personal growth, and behavioral modification. The facility integrates formal schooling with therapeutic programs intended to reduce recidivism and help youth successfully transition back into their communities. By combining supervision with targeted interventions—such as counseling and vocational training—the academy aims to provide residents with the tools necessary to make positive life changes and foster accountability for their actions.

For more information, contact CYPRESS CREEK ACADEMY at (352) 527-3091 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.