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.
263
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
52.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ACCELERATION ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White104
Hispanic78
Black68
Two or More12
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    104 (39.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    78 (29.7 %)
  • Black
    68 (25.9 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (4.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4 %)
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: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 263
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 52.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 223
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 2
Grade 7 1
Grade 8 5
Grade 9 4
Grade 10 19
Grade 11 46
Grade 12 186

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ACCELERATION ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten2
Grade 71
Grade 85
Grade 94
Grade 1019
Grade 1146
Grade 12186
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ACCELERATION ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12346.8%
Male14053.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)