Admiral Farragut Academy

What Admiral Farragut Academy does

Admiral Farragut Academy is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) K-12 college-preparatory boarding and day school operating on a 40-acre gated waterfront campus on the shores of Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg, Florida. Founded in 1933 in Pine Beach, New Jersey as a military-style boarding school for boys in grades 6-12, the school relocated to Florida in 1945 and converted to coeducational enrollment beginning in the 1989-1990 school year. It now serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 across three core programs: Lower School (K-7), Upper School (8-12), and Boarding School (8-12), with a 70-room dormitory and 24/7 residential life staffing supporting both 5-day and 7-day boarding options.

The school's core product offering revolves around six signature programs that operate as the primary differentiators versus other private schools: a Naval Science / NJROTC program designated as one of only two U.S. Naval Honor Schools (by Act of Congress and re-accredited annually by the Department of the Navy); an Aviation program near Albert Whitted Airport supporting private pilot licensure; an SDI/DAN-certified Scuba program issuing Open Water through Divemaster certifications; a waterfront Marine Science program anchored on Boca Ciega Bay with FWC-permitted fieldwork; a STEM/Engineering track with MakerBot and Ultimaker 3D printing and CAD instruction; and a Leader Lab character and leadership program. Underlying technology is conventional educational infrastructure (SMART Boards, 3D printers, AutoCAD, EBSCO library systems, Follett Destiny, NoodleTools) rather than any proprietary platform. The school reports a 17:1 student-teacher ratio, 100% college acceptance rate, and approximately $24 million in cumulative college scholarships earned over three years, with the Class of 2025 alone securing $10,704,560 in scholarship offers and 60% of Florida-resident graduates earning Bright Futures scholarships.

Revenue is concentrated in tuition (both day and boarding) charged on an annual billing cadence, supplemented by a $250 enrollment fee, a $300 Tech.Ed licensing fee, AP exam fees, aviation/scuba course fees, boarding expense accounts, and international-student medical insurance. An early-reenrollment discount of $500 and a referral program ($1,000 boarding / $500 day) support retention, which the school reports at 92% of families. The institution is multi-accredited (FCIS, Cognia/AdvancED, SAIS, NAIS), admits rolling year-round, distributes I-20 documentation for international students, and draws enrollment from over 30 countries and 17 states. Strategic positioning is anchored on the Naval Honor School regulatory designation and the unique waterfront asset base rather than technology or scale advantages.

Name

Admiral Farragut Academy

Legal name

Admiral Farragut Academy

Website

https://farragut.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1933

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Admiral Farragut Academy is a private, non-profit K-12 boarding and day school on a 40-acre Boca Ciega Bay waterfront campus in St. Petersburg, Florida. It serves students from 30+ countries through signature programs in NJROTC, aviation, scuba, marine science, and STEM.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 College Preparatory Boarding and Day School

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Preparatory Schools & Academy Prep Programs (EDAHAOAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) & Officer Candidate Schools (OCS/OTS) (EDAHAOAJ)

Keywords

• College preparatory school
• Boarding school education
• NJROTC naval science
• Marine science program
• Aviation and scuba

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Petersburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: The primary revenue stream comes from tuition for both day and boarding students. Tuition covers the academic program, and daily lunch is included. Additional fees include $250 Enrollment Fee and $300 Tech.Ed Licensing Fee per student annually.
2. Boarding Fees: Revenue from boarding students who live on campus in the dormitories. Boarding students receive three hot meals daily and have access to all campus facilities and programs.
3. Course and Activity Fees: Additional fees for specific programs including AP Course Test Fees ($97 per exam), Aviation Course Fees, Scuba Course Fees, and After School Activities or Extra-Curriculars fees.
4. International Student Services: International students require Medical Insurance (estimated at $1,200) and Boarding Student Expense Accounts, which represent additional revenue streams.
5. Early Reenrollment Discount: Students who reenroll early receive a $500 discount, incentivizing early commitment and revenue predictability.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Admiral Farragut Academy is a private K-12 college-preparatory boarding and day school located on a 40-acre waterfront campus on Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg, Florida. It sells three core academic programs (Lower School K-7, Upper School 8-12, Boarding Program 8-12) layered with six signature programs: Naval Science/NJROTC, Aviation, Scuba, Marine Science, STEM/Engineering, and Leadership Development. The school also delivers support services (Center for Academic Success, College Counseling, Library Services), Summer Programs, and an After School Programs/Clubs catalog.

Product overview

Admiral Farragut Academy is a private K-12 college-preparatory boarding and day school located on a 40-acre waterfront campus in St. Petersburg, Florida. The institution operates three core educational programs: Lower School (K-7), Upper School (8-12), and Boarding School (8-12). The school distinguishes itself through six signature programs—Naval Science/NJROTC (designated as a U.S. Naval Honor School), Aviation, Scuba, Marine Science, STEM/Engineering, and Leadership Development/Leader Lab—alongside support services including the Center for Academic Success, College Counseling, and Library Services. Additional programs include Summer Programs and extensive After School Programs and Clubs. The institution holds accreditation from FCIS, Cognia/AdvancED, and is a member of NAIS and SAIS.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lower School (Kindergarten-Grade 7) Comprehensive day-school program for Kindergarten through Grade 7 with small class sizes, personalized instruction, STEM education beginning in Kindergarten, Spanish instruction, marine science starting in 5th grade, and specialist classes in art, music, and physical education.
• Upper School (Grades 8-12) College-preparatory program for grades 8-12 where students are designated as 'cadets' and participate in mandatory NJROTC program, AP courses, honors classes, dual enrollment, and comprehensive college counseling.
• Boarding School Program (Grades 8-12) Full boarding school experience with 70 dorm rooms for 5-day and 7-day boarding students, featuring 24/7 supervision by residential life staff, separate male/female dormitory wings, and cultural diversity with students from 30+ countries.
• Naval Science / NJROTC Program Distinguished Naval Science program designated as a U.S. Naval Honor School by Act of Congress. All 8th-12th grade students participate as 'cadets' through NJROTC, with extracurricular activities including Drill Team and Color Guard, providing advantage for service-academy nominations.
• Aviation Program Upper School aeronautical science program enabling students to earn their private pilot license while in high school, located near Albert Whitted Airport with approximately 360 days of ideal flying conditions; college credits available through the program.
• Scuba Program Comprehensive SCUBA certification program through SDI/TDI/ERDI/PFI standards, offering Open Water Diver, Advanced Adventure Diver, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster certifications that are internationally honored and valid for a lifetime.
• Marine Science Program Hands-on waterfront-based marine science education leveraging the campus on Boca Ciega Bay, featuring touch tanks, LaMotte/YSI water-testing equipment, hydrophones, aquascopes, and ongoing research with the Fish and Wildlife Commission on Red Tide mitigation.
• STEM and Engineering Program Comprehensive STEM curriculum from Lower School (Engineering is Elementary, Lego Robotics, computer programming) through Upper School (Applied Engineering Tech I-III, Robotics and Automation) with access to MakerBot/Ultimaker 3D printers and CAD design labs.
• Leadership Development / Leader Lab Weekly leadership formation program for Upper School students developing character, integrity, and leadership habits through sessions led by faculty and visiting distinguished leaders, drawing on the academy's military academy heritage.
• College Counseling Comprehensive college preparation program offering test prep (PSAT, ACT, SAT), on-campus college visits, one-on-one counseling, and scholarship assistance; Class of 2025 achieved 100% college acceptance rate with $10,704,560 in scholarship money.
• Center for Academic Success Inclusive educational support center offering academic coaching, differentiated materials, executive functioning skills development, and specialized reading/mathematics intervention using evidence-based programs, including assistive technologies (speech-to-text and text-to-speech).
• Library Services Media program providing access to over 25 databases through EBSCO, Follett Destiny catalog, NoodleTools for citations, Pebble Go (Lower School), and Gale Resources; includes weekly library lessons, book clubs, and 'The Daily, Daily' news show production.
• Summer Programs Seasonal programs including Anchors Away (general summer camp), Mine Camp (military-themed), Nike Soccer Camp, Lacrosse Camp, and Volleyball Camp for various age groups.
• After School Programs and Clubs Diverse after-school offerings including Minecraft Club, Yoga, READS Book Club, Tennis, Baseball/Softball, Craft Club, Gymnastics, Musical Theater, BioSTEM Club, and various athletics for Lower and Upper School students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% college acceptance rate
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Duke Energy FloridaminorOthersDuke Energy Florida funded a solar panel photovoltaic installation that helps generate electricity to serve the student center. This partnership supports the school's sustainability initiatives and reduces operational energy costs.
• Elite Golf, Tennis and Swimming Clubs (Area)minorOthersPartnership with elite golf, tennis and swimming clubs in the St. Petersburg area for use by respective athletic teams. Students gain access to professional facilities that enhance athletic training programs.
• SAGE Dining ServicescoreOthersSAGE Dining Services provides professional culinary staff for the full-service dining hall. Meals include breakfast, lunch and dinner with options like omelets, salad bars, deli bars, fresh fruit, and themed dinners. All meals are prepared from fresh, high-quality ingredients and are free of trans fats.
• Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)coreOthersFully accredited by FCIS which assures that each school maintains high standards and independence of character without political, financial, or bureaucratic pressures.
• Cognia / AdvancEd (Previously SACS)coreOthersOne of the six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Admiral Farragut Academy holds full accreditation.
• Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)coreOthersProvides leadership, accreditation services, and professional development resources to member schools.
• National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)coreOthersValues and works to maintain the independent nature of each member school by promoting high standards of educational quality and ethical behavior.
• The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)minorOthersOrganization of nearly 300 boarding schools serving the professional development needs of boarding schools and provides information to potential students and their families.
• Small Boarding Schools Association (SBSA)minorOthersPromotes personal and professional dialogue among small boarding school educators and educational consultants.
• American Military and Naval Schools (AMCSUS)minorOthersGroup of college preparatory schools which provide a quality education in a structured military environment with emphasis on strong values, leadership development, citizenship, and service to others.
• Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA)minorOthersPromotes, directs, supervises, and regulates interscholastic athletic programs in which high school students, whose schools are members, compete.
• St. Petersburg Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLong and distinguished history of promoting economic development as well as broad community goals important to the quality of life for those who live in and visit the St. Petersburg, Florida area.
• Fish and Wildlife CommissionminorOthersFarragut students participate in ongoing research study at the waterfront conducted by the Fish and Wildlife Commission to mitigate Red Tide.
• SCUBA Diving International (SDI)coreTechnology or IntegrationAll dive courses are taught and certified through SDI standards, part of the SDI/TDI/ERDI/PFI Organization. Programs include Open Water Diver, Advanced Adventure Diver, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster certifications.
• Diver Alert Network (DAN)coreTechnology or IntegrationMedical courses are taught and certified through DAN standards. DAN provides diver safety and emergency response training for the scuba program.
• EBSCOcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides access to over 25 databases offering thousands of books, journal articles, images, charts, and primary sources. Contains scholarly and peer-reviewed articles for student research.
• NoodleToolscoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline platform that helps students take notes, organize information, create outlines, evaluate sources, and use proper citations. Provides teachers and librarians with effective tools to scaffold instruction.
• Follett DestinycoreTechnology or IntegrationLibrary catalog system used by the school to manage and provide access to the 16,000 volume library collection.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Tampa Preparatory School: Independent college-prep day school (grades 6-12) in downtown Tampa, FL. Comparable as a Florida private college-prep peer competing for similar Tampa Bay families, but non-military, non-boarding, and urban.
• Berkeley Preparatory School: Highly selective private K-12 day school in Tampa, FL. Comparable as a Florida private college-prep peer, with similar academic outcomes and tuition tier, but non-military and non-boarding.
• Saint Leo University (and its associated academy): Private Catholic university in St. Leo, Florida, with historic military cadet lineage. Regionally adjacent in Florida and shares a service-academy/leadership heritage, though primarily a higher education institution.

Direct peers

• Hargrave Military Academy: Private military-style college-prep boarding school in Chatham, Virginia for grades 7-12 plus postgraduate. Comparable military structure, college-prep mission, and character/leadership development, though Baptist-affiliated and inland.
• Riverside Military Academy: Private college-prep military boarding school for boys in Gainesville, Georgia with similar ROTC-integrated structure, college-prep academics, and service academy nomination focus as AFA.
• Valley Forge Military Academy: Private college-prep military boarding school in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Comparable military cadet model, structured college-prep environment, and leadership development mission, though it has historically served a male boarding population.
• Massanutten Military Academy: Private coed military-style college-prep boarding school in Woodstock, Virginia for grades 6-12. Directly comparable military structure, college-prep academics, and small student-teacher ratios targeting families seeking structured environments.
• Fork Union Military Academy: Private, Christian, military-style college-prep boarding school for boys in grades 7-12 plus postgraduate in Virginia. Directly comparable military structure, college-prep focus, and service academy pipeline, though AFA is coed and Naval-themed.
• New Mexico Military Institute: State-supported military junior college in Roswell, NM offering a military-structured college-prep environment with a strong service academy nomination track record. Comparable to AFA's Naval Honor School positioning and cadet model.
• Army & Navy Academy: Private military-style college-prep boarding school in Carlsbad, California serving grades 7-12. Closest direct peer in structure: military cadet model, college-prep academics, and signature leadership/character programs aimed at service academy-bound students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

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