Sunlake Academy of Math and Science

What Sunlake Academy of Math and Science does

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade from a single campus at 18681 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz, Florida. The school is operated under the Charter School Associates (CSA) network, a not-for-profit organization that governs 16+ Florida charter schools, and operates under a performance contract with the sponsoring school district with annual CPA financial audits and continuous Cognia accreditation. Enrollment is managed through an annual open-enrollment application process administered via the PowerSchool portal; when applications exceed available seats, a lottery selects students, with preferences for siblings, children of employees/board members, and military families.

The school's core academic offering is a K-8 curriculum aligned with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards, layered with the Cambridge International Program (sponsored by the University of Cambridge), cooperative-learning pedagogy, a Constructivist/Semi-Concrete/Abstract (CSA) approach to mathematics, and a Makerspace environment for hands-on STEM inquiry. Technology integration is enabled by a 1-to-1 device program governed by a comprehensive Acceptable Use Policy aligned with FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, and HIPAA. The school has earned an 'A' grade from the Florida Department of Education, Cognia accreditation, Cognia STEM Certification, and School of Excellence designation.

Revenue is generated primarily through state per-pupil funding allocations tied to enrolled FTE students, with supplementary transaction and fee-based streams from the Edventure before/after school care program (paid in advance through MySchoolBucks, with $1/min late-pickup fees after 6:30 PM), cafeteria meals operated by SLA Management (with free/reduced pricing through the National School Lunch Program), and mandatory school uniforms sourced through iUniforms.com. Marketing and parent engagement rely on the school's website, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (@samsravens), PowerSchool parent portal, and community events including Meet the Teacher, Back to School Night, and field studies. Operational integrations include PowerSchool (SIS), MySchoolBucks (payments), Nutrislice (menus), Microsoft Teams (communication), Khan Academy and Savvas Realize (instructional reinforcement), and Libib (library management).

Name

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science

Legal name

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science

Website

https://sunlakeacademy.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science is a tuition-free public charter school serving K-8 students in Lutz, Florida, operating under the Charter School Associates network and offering the Cambridge International Program, Cognia STEM Certification, and cooperative learning pedagogy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-8 Public Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Science & STEM Instruction (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mathematics Instruction (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAG), Public Magnet & Specialty Schools (STEM/Arts/IB/CTE) (EDAJAAAF)

Keywords

• Charter school education
• K-8 academic programs
• STEM curriculum
• Before after school care
• Cambridge international program

Headquarters

HQ city

Lutz

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. State Per-Pupil Funding: As a public charter school, primary revenue comes from state funding based on student enrollment. Subject to financial audits by Certified Public Accountant submitted to the school district.
2. Uniform Sales: Mandatory school uniforms ordered through iUniforms.com exclusive provider. Uniforms are a required purchase for all students K-8.
3. Edventure Before/After School Program: Fee-based before and after school child care program. Fees must be paid in advance through MySchoolBucks. Late pickup fee of $1.00 per child per minute after 6:30 PM.
4. Cafeteria Meals: Breakfast and lunch program through SLA Management contracted provider. Free and reduced-price meals available through National School Lunch Program. Pre-payment required through MySchoolBucks; no cash payments accepted.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade in Lutz, Florida. The school delivers a comprehensive academic program aligned with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards, enhanced by the Cambridge International curriculum framework, cooperative learning methodology, and Cognia STEM Certification. It also offers fee-based before and after school care (Edventure), middle school athletics, and after-school clubs and activities.

Product overview

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The school offers a comprehensive educational program centered on its core academic curriculum (Elementary and Middle School programs), enhanced by the Cambridge Program for advanced academics, and the Cognia STEM Certification. Additional services include the Edventure Before and After School Program, Athletics Programs, Clubs and Activities, and a Makerspace for hands-on project-based learning. The school uses cooperative learning methodologies and integrates technology throughout the curriculum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cambridge Program: An advanced academic program sponsored by the University of Cambridge in England, internationally recognized for students in grades K-12 offering rigorous curriculum beyond Florida Standards
• Makerspace
• Edventure

Products and services

• Elementary Curriculum (K-5) Comprehensive K-5 academic program for elementary school students featuring cooperative learning, 90-minute daily reading instruction, STEAM activities, and curriculum aligned with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards.
• Middle School Curriculum (6-8) Grades 6-8 academic program aligned with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards, offering Language Arts, Mathematics, and advanced courses like Algebra I Honors and Geometry Honors for high school credit.
• Cambridge Program Advanced international academic program sponsored by the University of Cambridge for grades K-8, providing rigorous curriculum combining traditional instruction with project-based learning aligned with Florida Standards but extending beyond for college preparation.
• Edventure Before and After School Program Fee-based before and after school child care program for students in grades K-8, providing supervision, homework assistance, snacks, and structured enrichment activities with payments processed through MySchoolBucks.
• Athletics Programs Middle school athletic programs including cross country, soccer, volleyball, basketball, golf, flag football, and ball hockey for student athletes in grades 6-8.
• Clubs and Activities After-school clubs and extracurricular activities providing student engagement, enrichment, and opportunities outside of regular classroom instruction.
• Cafeteria Meal Program Daily breakfast and lunch program operated by contracted food service provider SLA Management, with free and reduced-price meals available through the National School Lunch Program and prepayment required through MySchoolBucks.

Quantifiable outcome

• Achieved 'A' school grade from Florida Department of Education
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Charter School Associates (CSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization providing governance, operational support, and institutional stability. CSA operates 16+ charter schools in Florida with Board of Directors oversight, annual financial audits by CPA, and nationally accredited Cognia system membership ensuring quality standards across all schools.
• Cambridge International (University of Cambridge)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic program sponsored by University of Cambridge offering rigorous curriculum for grades K-12. Provides structured pathway with traditional academic and project-based learning aligned with Florida Standards but extending beyond for college preparation.
• CogniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal nonprofit providing accreditation, assessment, and improvement services. School is fully accredited by Cognia and has achieved Cognia STEM Certification demonstrating commitment to educational excellence.
• PowerSchoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationEnrollment and student information system provider. Handles online enrollment applications, lottery management, student registration portal, and parent access to grades/attendance through charterk12.powerschool.com.
• SLA ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerContracted food service provider for breakfast and lunch programs. Menus available through Nutrislice platform for family viewing.
• iUniformsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive uniform provider for mandatory school uniforms K-8. Provides online ordering with free shipping, easy exchanges with return labels, and samples available at school front office.
• MySchoolBucksminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline payment portal for cafeteria account management, allowing parents to check balances, make payments via credit/debit cards, and apply for free/reduced meal benefits.
• Glazer Children's MuseumminorOthersField study destination for elementary students providing hands-on educational experiences complementing classroom learning.
• The Florida AquariumminorOthersField study destination supporting marine biology and environmental science education for students.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science: Sister CSA charter school located in the same Hillsborough County, offering an identical K-8 STEM/Cambridge curriculum framework under the same Charter School Associates governance. Directly comparable in operations, funding model, and brand positioning.
• Channelside Academy of Math and Science: CSA network K-8 charter school in the Tampa area sharing the same Cambridge curriculum, Makerspace approach, lottery enrollment, and CSA governance structure as Sunlake Academy.
• Riverview Academy of Math and Science: CSA network charter school in nearby Riverview, FL, with identical academic framework, lottery enrollment system, and per-pupil state funding model targeting the same Hillsborough-area family demographics.
• Pinellas Academy of Math and Science: CSA sister school in adjacent Pinellas County operating the same K-8 STEM/Cambridge model, providing a near-clone comparison for benchmarking enrollment, performance, and per-pupil economics.
• Doral International Academy of Math and Science: CSA network charter school in the Miami-Dade area offering the same Academy of Math and Science branding, Cambridge curriculum, and STEM-focused cooperative learning methodology as Sunlake.
• Bell Creek Academy: CSA network charter school in the Tampa region sharing the same operational framework, per-pupil state funding model, and family enrollment focus as Sunlake Academy.
• Valrico Academy: CSA network charter school located in nearby Valrico, FL, serving the same Hillsborough County demographics with an analogous curriculum and governance structure.
• Advantage Academy of Hillsborough: CSA network charter school operating in the same Hillsborough County, drawing from the same Tampa-area family demographic and operating under identical governance and academic frameworks.

Broad incumbents

• BASIS Charter Schools: National STEM-focused charter school network with an academically rigorous reputation comparable to SAMS's STEM/Cambridge positioning; a broader incumbent operating across multiple states with deeper resources and longer track record.
• Charter Schools USA: One of the largest Florida-based charter management organizations, operating multiple schools with comparable K-8 STEM curricula and statewide enrollment pipelines; a broader incumbent competing for the same charter funding pool and family demographic.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xinstagram.com/samsravens
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@samsravens
• Facebookfacebook.com/sunlakeacademy

Compliance4 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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