SLAM ACADEMY AT APOLLO BEACH
Charter School
1,157 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
SLAM Academy of South Tampa (Sports Leadership and Arts Management) is a specialized tuition-free public charter school that offers a unique educational environment for middle and high school students. The academy is built on a mission to provide students with a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that integrates a specialized focus on careers in the sports, media, entertainment, and arts industries. By blending traditional academics with industry-specific training, the school aims to engage students through their interests, preparing them for both collegiate success and professional pathways in a competitive global market.
Located in downtown Tampa, the school benefits from its proximity to major cultural and professional hubs, which often facilitates unique networking and experiential learning opportunities for its student body. As part of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district, SLAM Academy emphasizes a culture of high expectations, character development, and academic discipline. The campus environment is designed to foster both athletic and artistic talent, ensuring that students have access to a well-rounded education that balances core academic subjects with elective programs tailored to their specific career aspirations.
Located in downtown Tampa, the school benefits from its proximity to major cultural and professional hubs, which often facilitates unique networking and experiential learning opportunities for its student body. As part of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district, SLAM Academy emphasizes a culture of high expectations, character development, and academic discipline. The campus environment is designed to foster both athletic and artistic talent, ensuring that students have access to a well-rounded education that balances core academic subjects with elective programs tailored to their specific career aspirations.
1,157
Total Students
60.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 364 |
| Hispanic | 479 |
| Black | 213 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More | 83 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic479 (41.4 %)
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White364 (31.5 %)
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Black213 (18.4 %)
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Two or More83 (7.2 %)
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Asian14 (1.2 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | HILLSBOROUGH |
| Phone: | (813)773-4560 |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,157 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 60.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 420 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 64 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
136
Grade 1
135
Grade 2
118
Grade 3
125
Grade 4
102
Grade 5
112
Grade 6
136
Grade 7
158
Grade 8
105
Grade 9
30
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 136 |
| Grade 1 | 135 |
| Grade 2 | 118 |
| Grade 3 | 125 |
| Grade 4 | 102 |
| Grade 5 | 112 |
| Grade 6 | 136 |
| Grade 7 | 158 |
| Grade 8 | 105 |
| Grade 9 | 30 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 541 | 46.8% |
| Male | 616 | 53.2% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)
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Other 2nd - 12th
Other K - 12th
196 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
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Charter School
658 Students
Other K - 12th
Not reported M - M