Florida Preparatory Academy

Florida Preparatory Academy is a private, co-educational school in Downtown Melbourne.

Downtown Melbourne's Florida Preparatory Academy teaches students in grades 6-12.

Florida Preparatory Academy is both a day and boarding school in Downtown Melbourne.

Florida Preparatory Academy in Downtown Melbourne was found by Jonathan Dwight in 1961.

Florida Preparatory Academy

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12

1950 Academy Dr, Melbourne, FL

3.8

185 Students

Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
7:1

Average SAT Score
1140

Average GPA
3.64

Graduation Rate
100%

Annual Tuition
$15,800

Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Academics

Teachers

College Prep

A-

Resources/Facilities

B-

Clubs and Activities

B+

Sports

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.64

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 7:1 Teachers 28	Full Time Teachers 24
Part Time Teachers 4	Teachers in First or Second Year 0%

College Prep

Average SAT 1140 Math 580 Verbal 560	Number of AP Courses 17
AP Pass Rate 70%	AP Math Enrollment Very High
AP Science Enrollment Very High	Other AP Enrollment Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate 95%

Clubs and Activities

Boys Athletic Participation

Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White 55.6%	Hispanic 17.8%
Black 14.8%	Asian or Pacific Islander 10.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%	Native American <1%

School Rankings

#12 Best Boarding HS in Florida

#36 Most Diverse Private HS in Florida

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

IB Programs Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Florida 35 Students

University of Central Florida 30 Students

University of North Florida 28 Students

Florida State University 26 Students

University of Miami 24 Students

Florida International University 22 Students

Florida Institute of Technology 21 Students

University of South Florida 20 Students

Nova Southeastern University 18 Students

Jacksonville University 13 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Business 8 Students

Small Business Management 8 Students

Nursing 7 Students

Computer Science 7 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 6 Students

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 6 Students

Psychology 5 Students

Biology 5 Students

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 5 Students

Criminology 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Senior

2/20/2025

Florida Prep Academy is the First boarding school I've ever attended and I've been very satisfied with my experience. I like the people here, the food, and the opportunities that I now have.

4.0 Niche User

2/17/2016

There are diverse opportunities at the school for clubs/organizations including a unique cultural club called "Chill" where students get to experience other cultures' customs, food, etc. There is support from the administration and staff as each club is sponsored by a staff member.

3.0 Niche User

1/24/2014

It could be better but some days its great.

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1.0 parent

6/29/2026

I want others to be aware of my family’s experience with Florida Preparatory Academy. From my perspective, the school’s actions have prioritized collecting money over doing what is fair for students.I had three sons enrolled at Florida Prep. One son’s tuition was paid in full, totaling approximately...

5.0 parent

2/24/2026

Over the past two years, the school has been going through a revamping process to improve both the boarding experience and academic results. The teachers and staff seem genuinely excited about creating an environment where students can learn, grow, and thrive. The school struggled financially in the...

1.0 parent

8/10/2024

Sadly, the school has let go of some of the most important components of the staff who kept the kids engaged, safe and loved. The new company that bought the school only cares about how many kids they can enroll and how much money they can bank. They let go of some teachers who’ve been there so many...

1.0 student

3/20/2024

poor school, horrible dorm and food, that's it .

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Florida Preparatory Academy is a private school for students in grades 6-12 located at 1950 Academy Dr in Melbourne, in the Melbourne neighborhood. Annual tuition is $15,800. The school has a total enrollment of 185 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Florida Preparatory Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average SAT score is 1140. The average home value in this area is $448,551. Discover additional schools in the area, like Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, Brevard Christian School, Melbourne Central Catholic High School, and more. Learn more about what Melbourne has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Florida Preparatory Academy.

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