Serving 1,067 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Suncoast Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Suncoast Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,067 students has grown by 1341% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Suncoast Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suncoast Preparatory Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3550 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Suncoast Preparatory Academy is a homeschool-focused, independent study, public, tuition-free TK-12 charter school that provides families with the tools to support each student's success.A flexible program for homeschoolers, by homeschoolers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suncoast Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Suncoast Preparatory Academy is ranked #3550 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Suncoast Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Suncoast Preparatory Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend Suncoast Preparatory Academy?
1,067 students attend Suncoast Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Suncoast Preparatory Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Suncoast Preparatory Academy?
Suncoast Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Suncoast Preparatory Academy offer ?
Suncoast Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Suncoast Preparatory Academy part of?
Suncoast Preparatory Academy is part of Suncoast Preparatory Academy School District.
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