Serving 796 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne's student population of 796 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne's ranking?
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne is ranked #579 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne often compared to?
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourneis often viewed alongside schools like Pineapple Cove Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne?
796 students attend Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne?
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne offer ?
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne part of?
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne is part of Brevard School District.
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