Central St. Pete
Central Oak Park, Kenwood, Tyrone, Jungle Terrace, Disston Heights
Right in our backyard - most families are less than 10 minutes away.
How Does Apogee St. Pete Compare?
Not every school works for every kid. Here's an honest look at how Apogee stacks up against traditional public and private schools in St. Petersburg — and why families across Pinellas County are choosing a different path.
Category
Public School
Private School
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Class SizeHow big are the classes?
20–30+ students per classroom
10–20 students per classroom
5–10 students per coach
Teaching ApproachHow do kids learn?
Standardized curriculum, lecture-based, teaching to state tests
Structured curriculum with some flexibility; varies by school
Project-based learning, critical thinking, and hands-on experiences — kids learn how to think, not what to think
Testing & ProgressHow is progress measured?
Standardized tests (FSA/FAST), letter grades, report cards
Tests and grades, sometimes with more nuanced feedback
Competency-based tracking — we measure mastery, not memorization. No high-stakes testing.
Physical ActivityHow much do kids move?
20–30 min of PE a few times per week
Varies — some strong athletics, some minimal
Physical fitness integrated into every single day. Movement isn't an add-on, it's a core part of how we learn.
Life Skills & Career PrepDoes it prepare kids for real life?
Limited — some career days, but focus is on academic benchmarks
Some schools offer electives; primarily college-prep focused
Entrepreneurial mindset, financial literacy, communication skills, and real-world projects are built into every week
Family InvolvementHow involved can our family be?
Parent-teacher conferences, volunteer opportunities
More access than public, but still structured separation
Family partnership is central — learning doesn't stop at drop-off. We work with parents to extend growth at home.
FlexibilityCan we customize the schedule?
Fixed 5-day schedule, rigid bell times
Typically 5 days, fixed schedule
Flexible 2-day and 3-day programs designed to complement your family's rhythm — including homeschool schedules
CostWhat does it cost?
Free (funded by taxes)
$8,000 – $20,000+/year in St. Pete
Tuition starts at $5,750/year. Most Florida families qualify for Step Up scholarships (PEP + UA) covering a significant portion.
Class SizeHow big are the classes?
Public School
20–30+ students per classroom
Private School
10–20 students per classroom
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
5–10 students per coach
Teaching ApproachHow do kids learn?
Public School
Standardized curriculum, lecture-based, teaching to state tests
Private School
Structured curriculum with some flexibility; varies by school
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Project-based learning, critical thinking, and hands-on experiences — kids learn how to think, not what to think
Testing & ProgressHow is progress measured?
Public School
Standardized tests (FSA/FAST), letter grades, report cards
Private School
Tests and grades, sometimes with more nuanced feedback
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Competency-based tracking — we measure mastery, not memorization. No high-stakes testing.
Physical ActivityHow much do kids move?
Public School
20–30 min of PE a few times per week
Private School
Varies — some strong athletics, some minimal
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Physical fitness integrated into every single day. Movement isn't an add-on, it's a core part of how we learn.
Life Skills & Career PrepDoes it prepare kids for real life?
Public School
Limited — some career days, but focus is on academic benchmarks
Private School
Some schools offer electives; primarily college-prep focused
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Entrepreneurial mindset, financial literacy, communication skills, and real-world projects are built into every week
Family InvolvementHow involved can our family be?
Public School
Parent-teacher conferences, volunteer opportunities
Private School
More access than public, but still structured separation
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Family partnership is central — learning doesn't stop at drop-off. We work with parents to extend growth at home.
FlexibilityCan we customize the schedule?
Public School
Fixed 5-day schedule, rigid bell times
Private School
Typically 5 days, fixed schedule
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Flexible 2-day and 3-day programs designed to complement your family's rhythm — including homeschool schedules
CostWhat does it cost?
Public School
Free (funded by taxes)
Private School
$8,000 – $20,000+/year in St. Pete
🌴 Apogee St. Pete
Tuition starts at $11,500/year. Most Florida families qualify for Step Up scholarships covering a significant portion.
Already homeschooling?
Most of our families are. Apogee isn't here to replace what you're doing at home — we're here to complement it. Our flexible 2-day, 3-day and 4-day programs give your kids hands-on projects, critical conversation skills, daily fitness, and a community of peers, while you stay in the driver's seat.
Book a Tour →Serving Families Across St. Petersburg & Pinellas County
Located in the heart of St. Pete at 600 49th Street N, Apogee draws families from neighborhoods across the city and county. Whether you're five minutes away or making the drive from Largo, our flexible schedule makes it work.
Northeast St. Pete & Waterfront
Shore Acres, Riviera Bay, Old Northeast, Snell Isle
A short drive across the city for families looking beyond the traditional school options in the area.
South St. Pete & Gulfport
Gulfport, Pasadena, Lakewood Estates, South Side
Home to a thriving homeschool community — many of our families come from these neighborhoods.
Greater Pinellas + Hillsborough
Pinellas Park, Kenneth City, Lealman, Largo, Seminole and Tampa
A little farther out but worth the drive — our flexible 2, 3 and 4-day schedules make the commute manageable.
What Parents Are Saying
"Nick and his wife are an inspiring young couple with a clear and thoughtful vision for education. Their model blends core academics with thoughtful conversations and meaningful project-based learning."
"The focus on critical thinking, independence, confidence, fitness, and real-world skills is exactly what we've been searching for. It feels refreshing to find a place that values curiosity and personal growth just as much as academics."
See the Difference for Yourself
Book a tour and find out if Apogee is the right fit for your family.
