Serving 1,274 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Innovation Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Innovation Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,274 students has grown by 199% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 116% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Innovation Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation Preparatory Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#1495 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
35%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
32%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Innovation Preparatory Academy is ranked #1495 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Innovation Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Innovation Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel, Union Park Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Innovation Preparatory Academy?
1,274 students attend Innovation Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Innovation Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Innovation Preparatory Academy?
Innovation Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Innovation Preparatory Academy offer ?
Innovation Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Innovation Preparatory Academy part of?
Innovation Preparatory Academy is part of Pasco School District.
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