PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY

PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the PINELLAS school district, located in LARGO, FL with about 172 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY (PGCA) is an alternative education program operated by the Pinellas County School District. Located in Largo, Florida, the school is specifically designed to support students who have struggled in traditional high school settings or who are seeking a non-traditional path to graduation. The academy focuses on providing a flexible, personalized learning environment that helps students recover credits, improve their academic standing, and stay on track to earn a high school diploma.

The school emphasizes a structured yet supportive atmosphere, utilizing a curriculum that often combines computer-based instruction with teacher-led support to meet the individual pacing needs of its students. By offering smaller class sizes and a specialized curriculum, PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY aims to re-engage students who may have faced obstacles in their previous schooling, helping them develop the skills and confidence necessary to successfully transition into post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY at (727) 474-8836 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.