What Florida Preparatory Academy does

Florida Preparatory Academy is a private day and boarding school serving students in grades 5-12 on an 11-acre campus at 1950 Academy Drive in Melbourne, Florida (Brevard County / Space Coast). Founded in 1961 (originally as Florida Air Academy), the school enrolls approximately 179 students with a 1:15 teacher-to-student ratio. The student body is 48% international across 22 countries and 52% boarders, with reported 100% college acceptance among graduates. The institution offers a college-preparatory curriculum with Honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment coursework, supported by partnerships with Florida Institute of Technology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and Eastern Florida State College, enabling students to earn college credits and potentially an Associate's Degree before graduation.

The school's technology stack consists of standard EdTech infrastructure: FACTS/RenWeb Student Information System for enrollment, billing, and the parent portal; Google Apps for Education supporting the 1:1 device program; Zelle and Adobe Acrobat for payment and forms; and a RedBird flight simulator for the signature aviation program. Signature differentiators include a FCIS-recognized best-in-Florida ESOL program for English language learners, a historic aviation program producing private pilot license holders since 1961, a House System (Grissom, Koch, Scott, Stafford), PAC#54 performing arts, Guy Harvey Conservation School designation, and optional summer revenue streams including the Peregrine SAT Program ($200-$1,500) and Summer Basketball Camp ($150 per session).

Florida Preparatory Academy operates as a sales-led institution with annual tuition requiring a $5,000 non-refundable deposit to reserve enrollment. Revenue is primarily tuition-based, supplemented by auxiliary streams: uniform bundle sales ($162-$530), summer programs, and the Step Up For Students scholarship program (averaging $7,200 per student in 2022-23). The school accepts Florida Empowerment Award Scholarships and admits international students through TOEFL/IELTS evaluation. It is independently led by Head of School Susannah Johnston, with a recently formed Florida Preparatory Academy Foundation for Educational Development, Inc. (February 2024) providing philanthropic support channels. The institution holds accreditations from FCIS, NAIS, and FHSAA.

Name

Florida Preparatory Academy

Legal name

Florida Preparatory Academy

Website

https://flprep.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Florida Preparatory Academy is a private day and boarding school in Melbourne, Florida serving approximately 179 students in grades 5-12 through a college-preparatory STEM-focused curriculum, with 48% international enrollment across 22 countries and dual enrollment partnerships with three Florida universities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education (Boarding and Day School)

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Test Prep Learning Centers (SAT/ACT, AP/IB, State Exams) (EDANAHAH), Pre-College Summer/Winter Academic Programs (High School Students) (EDAIAIAD), Subject-Specific Short Courses & Academies (e.g., STEM, Business, Arts) (EDAIAIAC)

Keywords

• Private boarding school
• College preparatory education
• ESOL English immersion
• Dual enrollment program
• Aviation flight training

Headquarters

HQ city

Melbourne

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Annual tuition for grades 6-12 covering instructional costs, facilities, academic tutoring, guidance, student activities, and athletics. Tuition does not include meal plans which are purchased separately.
2. Summer Basketball Camp: One-week basketball training camp for youth athletes ages 6-16, held Monday-Friday, priced at $150 per session.
3. Peregrine SAT Summer Program: Intensive SAT preparation program with multiple sessions (4-week, 8-week, and 2-week bootcamp options), priced from $200 to $1,500 depending on enrollment.
4. Uniform Sales: Sale of official school uniforms through bundle packages ($162-$530) and individual items ($18-$42), ordered via official uniform order form.
5. Tuition Assistance Programs: Administration of Step Up For Students scholarship program averaging $7,200 per student during 2022-23 school year to offset tuition costs for eligible Florida families.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Florida Preparatory Academy is a private co-educational day and boarding school serving students in grades 5-12 with a college-preparatory curriculum on an 11-acre Melbourne, Florida campus. It sells annual tuition enrollment in core academic, ESOL, aviation, and dual enrollment programs, plus residential boarding, athletics, fine/performing arts, and summer enrichment programs (SAT prep and basketball camp). Revenue is generated primarily through recurring tuition, with ancillary income from summer camps, uniform sales, and administration of Step Up For Students scholarships.

Product overview

Florida Preparatory Academy is a private day and boarding school serving grades 5-12, offering a comprehensive college-preparatory education with a focus on STEM and global citizenship. The school's portfolio consists of core academic programs (College Preparatory Program with Honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment), signature specialized programs (Aviation Program, ESOL recognized as Florida's best by FCIS, Dual Enrollment partnerships with FIT, Embry-Riddle, and Eastern Florida State College), summer enrichment programs (Peregrine SAT Prep and Summer Basketball Camp), and extensive arts and athletics offerings including the PAC#54 Performing Arts Program and Fine Arts Program. The institution provides a complete educational ecosystem including boarding experience, student clubs, House System, College Counseling, and transcript services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• College Preparatory Program Rigorous college-preparatory curriculum for grades 5-12 with Honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Enrollment courses, designed to prepare students for college success and tied to a 100% college acceptance rate.
• Boarding Experience Full-time on-campus residential program with double occupancy rooms, 24/7 staff supervision, weekend activities, and an international student community that supports English language immersion for non-native speakers.
• Day Student Program Day student enrollment for local families with full integration into campus activities, athletics, clubs, and residential programming on a non-residential basis.
• ESOL Program English for Speakers of Other Languages program providing immersive English instruction, daily sessions with specialized faculty, TOEFL preparation, and structured immersion with native English-speaking peers; recognized by FCIS as the best ESOL program in Florida.
• Dual Enrollment Program University dual enrollment partnership with Florida Institute of Technology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and Eastern Florida State College enabling qualified students to earn college credits and pursue specialized coursework in aeronautics, aviation, engineering, computing, and mathematics while completing high school.
• Aviation Program Heritage flight training program with on-campus RedBird flight simulator preparing students for private pilot licenses and aviation careers; since 1961, hundreds of students have earned pilot licenses before graduation.
• Peregrine SAT Summer Program Intensive SAT preparation program with multiple sessions (4-week, 8-week, and 2-week bootcamp options) featuring Math and English instruction, with pricing from $200 to $1,500 depending on enrollment tier.
• Summer Basketball Camp One-week youth basketball training camp for ages 6-16 with two age-grouped sessions (June 1-5 for ages 6-11 and June 8-12 for ages 12-16), led by Coach Montel Stewart, priced at $150 per session.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive visual arts education including 2D courses (drawing, painting, photography, animation), 3D courses (ceramics, pottery, recycled art), and AP opportunities, redesigned in August 2024 under new leadership.
• PAC#54 Performing Arts Program Performing arts department established in 2022 offering acting, vocal performance (Falcon Singers), music appreciation, drama production, theatre productions (Falcon Players), and campus event support.
• Athletics Program Competitive athletics program covering swimming, volleyball, basketball, cheer, tennis, and track & field, accommodating athletes from walk-on to champion-level with pathways to collegiate athletics, including notable alumni such as Leevan Sands (2008 Olympic bronze medalist).
• College & Academic Counseling Individualized college and university counseling, standardized testing guidance, peer tutoring (Falcons Tutors), and academic planning available to all enrolled students, supporting the school's 100% college acceptance rate.

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech/FIT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing qualified students to enroll in advanced STEM coursework and earn college credits applicable toward future degree programs at Florida Tech. Students may pursue coursework in aeronautics, aviation, engineering, computing, and mathematics with courses available directly on campus.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership providing early exposure to specialized university coursework in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and related fields. Prepares students for direct entry into Embry-Riddle's competitive programs.
• Eastern Florida State CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership enabling students to earn substantial college credits with the potential to complete an Associate's Degree alongside their high school diploma. Courses taught on campus by university-approved instructors.
• Step Up For StudentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit organization administering the Florida State scholarship program. During 2022-23, Florida Prep students received an average scholarship award of $7,200 through this program.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Saint Andrew's School: Elite Florida private college-prep school in Boca Raton offering similar academic programs, college counseling, and extracurricular offerings, competing for the same high-end Florida family market with comparable tuition positioning.
• North Broward Preparatory School: Florida private college-prep school in Coconut Creek offering similar academic rigor, dual enrollment opportunities, and college counseling, competing for the same Florida family demographic and international student market.
• Palmer Trinity School: Miami-based Florida private college-prep school with similar college-preparatory curriculum, college counseling, and diverse student programs, serving the same Florida private school market.
• Pine Crest School: Premier Florida private college-prep school with multiple campuses (Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton), offering similar academic rigor, college counseling, and diverse student programs in a comparable Florida market.
• Berkeley Preparatory School: Tampa-based Florida private college-prep school with similar academic programs, college counseling services, and competitive positioning in the Florida private school market for grades K-12.
• The Benjamin School: Florida private college-prep school in North Palm Beach with similar academic programs and competitive positioning for Florida families seeking premium private education in grades K-12.
• Ransom Everglades School: Miami-based elite Florida private college-prep school with similar academic rigor, college counseling, and competitive positioning, serving a comparable Florida family demographic.
• Admiral Farragut Academy: Florida private college-prep school in St. Petersburg with a similar aviation/military heritage, dual enrollment programs, and boarding offerings. Directly comparable as a Florida-based private school with a specialty focus and similar student demographic.
• IMG Academy: Florida-based private boarding school in Bradenton with a strong specialty focus (athletics) and significant international student recruitment, serving a similar premium college-prep market with global appeal.

Broad incumbents

• Phillips Exeter Academy: Elite national private boarding school in New Hampshire with a similar college-prep focus and boarding model, representing a higher-tier benchmark and broader incumbent in the elite private school space.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FloridaPrepNews
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@floridaprepacademy
• Facebookfacebook.com/floridaprepnews
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/florida-prep
• Instagraminstagram.com/floridaprepacademy

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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