Pinellas Park FL co-ed special ed school grades 4-12 focuses on motivation organization and learning differences
Center Academy in Pinellas Park, FL, is a specialized co-ed special education school founded in 1968 that serves grades 4 through 12. The school focuses on students with average to above-average intelligence who may struggle with organization, motivation, or social skills, often described as those who "fall through the cracks" in traditional settings. By offering a highly structured, nurturing, and supportive environment, the school aims to build self-confidence, motivation, and essential academic skills.
With an average class size of 8 and 10 classroom teachers, the school provides individualized attention tailored to specific learning differences such as LD, ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia. The curriculum includes advanced courses in Chemistry, Physics, and Psychology, alongside a focus on social skills development. The school also offers summer school programs and maintains a 100% acceptance rate with rolling admissions.
Center Academy is nonsectarian and heavily utilizes financial aid, with 95% of students receiving grants averaging $12,000, including FES and Center Academy Scholarships. Families interested in this specialized approach for students needing help with motivation and organization can contact the school directly at (727) 541-5716 or visit their website for more details on their learning programs.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
| Tuition Notes | FES and additional Center Academy Scholarships available |
| Total Students | 96 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 10 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | 4-12 |
| Admissions Director | Kathy Spangler |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 95 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,000 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 32 |
| Sports | Basketball · Flag Football |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Independent Private Schools Association · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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