CES Academy of St. Petersburg helps each student win and belong because everyonedeserves a chance to succeed in school and life.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked FL School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
SLD, ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Dyslexia
Year Founded
1973
Student Body
Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
CES Academy Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition Scholarships are available for families through: the Florida Department of Education (DOE) School Choice Office. All Florida students are eligible for the Step Up For Students (SUFS) Scholarship which means you may qualify for FREE or REDUCED Tuition!
Admissions Director
Dan Icavone
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art, Computer Labs, Field Trips
School Notes
- Tuition Scholarships are available for families through: the Florida Department of Education (DOE) School Choice Office. All Florida students are eligible for the Step Up For Students (SUFS) Scholarship which means you may qualify for FREE or REDUCED Tuition!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL cost?
CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What sports does CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL offer?
CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL's ranking?
CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL?
The application deadline for CES Academy – St Petersburg, FL is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 6/20/2012
My son was one of the charter students in the Broach School. I have nothing bad to say about this school, in fact, i have nothing but praise for the staff of the school. I would recommend that if your student is eligible, that you get them signed up for the next school year.. you will be glad you did.. By the way, my son graduated from broach this past year(2012)....
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