Admiral Farragut Academy

St. Petersburg

Florida

United States

Admiral Farragut Academy is a private, college-prep, boarding school serving students in grades 8-12. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, the 5- and 7-day boarding school attracts students from an average of 27 countries and 17 U.S. states.

Students benefit from a challenging and engaging academic curriculum, such as foreign languages (Mandarin Chinese and Spanish), STEM, Marine Science at the campus' waterfront, hands-on field trips, and more. Every course is taught using a strong foundation of character education.

Students can also choose to participate in signature programs such as Aviation (including Dual Enrollment with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University), all levels of Scuba Diving, Sailing, Engineering, and NJROTC.

With a 100% college acceptance rate and millions earned in scholarships each year, Farragut graduates succeed in college as organized, accountable, self-disciplined, and respectful critical thinkers who understand that dreams and hard work go hand in hand.

Our mission is to provide a college preparatory environment to grades K-12 that promotes academic excellence, leadership skills, and social development within a diverse community of young men and women.

Core Values: Integrity, Self-discipline, Perseverance, Wellness & Fitness.

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Key Information

Areas of Special Focus:

Military

Boarding Grades:

8th Grade

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

Day Student Option:

Yes

Religious Affiliation:

No

Student Body Type:

All Gender

Total Boarding Enrolment:

101-250

Total School Enrollment:

251-500

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