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Pineapple Cove Classical Academy

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Pineapple Cove Classical Academy ranks 796 th of 2258 Florida alternative schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public, Charter, Alternative Grades K-12

796^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,258 Florida Alternative Schools

Better than 65% of Florida alternative schools

Summary

Pineapple Cove Classical Academy is a public charter school serving grades K-12 in Palm Bay, Florida, with a total enrollment of 1,067 students. The school is part of the Brevard school district, which is ranked 23rd out of 67 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Pineapple Cove Classical Academy stands out for its exceptional academic performance, consistently outperforming the Brevard district and the state of Florida in standardized test scores across various subjects and grade levels. For example, the school is projected to have 82% of 10th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 61% in the district and 58% statewide. In math, the school's projected proficiency rates are also significantly higher than the district and state, with 86% of 7th-graders and 75% of 6th-graders meeting or exceeding standards. Additionally, the school's performance on End-of-Course (EOC) exams is exceptional, with proficiency rates ranging from 74% to 90%, well above the district and state averages.

Pineapple Cove Classical Academy also boasts high graduation rates, ranging from 88% to 100% in recent years, significantly higher than the district and state averages. The school's chronic absenteeism rates are generally lower than the district and state, indicating a stronger student engagement and attendance culture. Compared to nearby schools, Odyssey Charter School and Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at West Melbourne, Pineapple Cove outperforms them in most academic areas, including English Language Arts, Math, and EOC exams. However, the nearby Devereux Hospital, an alternative school, has significantly lower test scores and a higher chronic absenteeism rate compared to Pineapple Cove.

1,065

Students ?

15.2

Student/teacher ratio ?

$8,919

Per pupil spending ?

24.5%

Free/discounted lunch ?

6162 Minton Rd NW
Palm Bay, FL 32907

(321) 802-9500

District: Brevard

Racial breakdown:

White:

64.7%

Hispanic:

21.0%

African American:

6.3%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 88th percentile in 2022 → 86th in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (71% vs 59% meeting standards)

✓98% graduate in 4 years — above the Florida average (92%)

✓Above the Florida median (65th percentile)

Worth a look

!Near the bottom of Brevard's ranking

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school71%

District avg61%

Florida avg59%

Elementary school

796^th of 2,258

Florida public elementary schools ?

Top 35%▼ down 12 pts since 2018

From top 23% (2018) to top 35% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

Middle school

243^rd of 1,205

Florida public middle schools ?

Top 20%▼ down 5 pts since 2018

From top 15% (2018) to top 20% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

High school

114^th of 844

Florida public high schools ?

Top 14%▼ down 6 pts since 2021

From top 7% (2021) to top 14% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

5^th of 6Alternative Schools in the Brevard

23^rd of 67Brevard among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Elementary school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2025	63.3	796 of 2258	64.7%	★★★☆☆
2024	65.2	748 of 2256	66.8%	★★★☆☆
2023	78.6	437 of 2240	80.5%	★★★★☆
2022	84.0	323 of 2219	85.4%	★★★★☆
2021	89.9	193 of 2247	91.4%	★★★★★
2019	76.1	485 of 2182	77.8%	★★★★☆
2018	75.3	486 of 2118	77.1%	★★★★☆

Middle school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2025	77.1	243 of 1205	79.8%	★★★★☆
2024	75.3	256 of 1196	78.6%	★★★★☆
2023	79.1	207 of 1177	82.4%	★★★★☆
2022	77.2	235 of 1148	79.5%	★★★★☆
2021	81.7	172 of 1136	84.9%	★★★★☆
2019	72.6	274 of 1099	75.1%	★★★★☆
2018	82.9	158 of 1035	84.7%	★★★★☆

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2025	75.1	114 of 844	86.5%	★★★★☆
2024	76.3	90 of 807	88.8%	★★★★☆
2023	80.2	71 of 792	91.0%	★★★★★
2022	75.9	93 of 774	88.0%	★★★★☆
2021	81.6	55 of 746	92.6%	★★★★★

By subject vs Florida (2024-2025) ?

US History90%+19 vs state

Biology 189%+18 vs state

Civics86%+15 vs state

Algebra 174%+14 vs state

Geometry74%+19 vs state

English Language Arts70%+13 vs state

Math67%+8 vs state

Science58%+6 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Friday, April 22, 2022

Does not follow policy to protect students and staff. Leadership (2021) does not exemplify integrity, lacks organizational and communication skills. Displays inconsistent judgement and discipline. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, December 11, 2020

Not a good school for POC. BEWARE BEWARE BEWARE! All administrators have their children in the school and they run the show. Go to a school that is not about white washing your children and embraces the African American culture! Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				FAST English Language Arts (2025)								FAST Math (2025)						Statewide Science Science (2025)		EOC Algebra 1 (2025)	EOC Geometry (2025)	EOC Biology 1 (2025)	EOC US History (2025)	EOC Civics (2025)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	6162 Minton Rd NW	Palm Bay	32907	Brevard County	Brevard	Yes	No	No	No	(321) 802-9500	1,065	70	15.2	24.5%	689 (64.7%)	67 (6.3%)	224 (21.0%)	19 (1.8%)	4 (0.4%)	3 (0.3%)	59 (5.5%)								(n/a)	78.0	57.0	65.0	79.0	60.0	69.0	70.0	82.0	76.0	40.0	61.0	75.0	86.0	59.0	52.0	65.0	74.0	74.0	89.0	90.0	86.0	$8,919	$00	$8,919
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-10	3455 Norfolk Pkwy	West Melbourne	32904	Brevard County	Brevard	Yes	No	No	No	(321) 499-2585	832	56	14.9	30.2%	537 (64.5%)	60 (7.2%)	139 (16.7%)	36 (4.3%)	5 (0.6%)	1 (0.1%)	54 (6.5%)								(n/a)	61.0	51.0	63.0	78.0	63.0	54.0	68.0	81.0	65.0	55.0	67.0	91.0	80.0	65.0	59.0	61.0	78.0	76.0	89.0	83.0	90.0	$8,928	$00	$8,928
Odyssey Charter School	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	1755 Eldron Blvd SE	Palm Bay	32909	Brevard County	Brevard	Yes	No	No	Yes	(321) 733-0442	1,917	94	20.5	37.7%	782 (40.8%)	467 (24.4%)	453 (23.6%)	27 (1.4%)	2 (0.1%)	4 (0.2%)	182 (9.5%)								(n/a)	65.0	76.0	61.0	70.0	63.0	64.0	55.0	70.0	77.0	70.0	56.0	52.0	70.0	64.0	61.0	65.0	66.0	84.0	74.0	75.0	74.0	$9,353	$524	$8,829
South Area Alternative Learning Center	Public, Alternative	1-12	2175 N Wickham Rd	Melbourne	32935	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	No	(321) 242-4770	68	6	11.3	70.6%	23 (33.8%)	24 (35.3%)	8 (11.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (19.1%)								(n/a)					15.0	19.0	14.0	23.0					14.0	8.0		12.0	8.0	20.0	29.0	23.0	29.0
Devereux Hospital	Public, Alternative	K-12	8000 Devereux Dr	Viera	32940	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	No	(321) 242-9100	66	16	4.2	6.1%	28 (42.4%)	32 (48.5%)	2 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (6.1%)								(n/a)			0.0								0.0											$24,485	$140	$24,345
Contracted Residential Services	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	2700 Judge Fran Jaimeson Way	Viera	32940	Brevard County	Brevard	No	No	No	No	(321) 633-1000	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)

Frequently Asked Questions about Pineapple Cove Classical Academy

What district is Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in?

Brevard

What is the racial makeup of Pineapple Cove Classical Academy?

Students at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy are 65% White, 21% Hispanic, 6% African American, 6% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

How many students attend Pineapple Cove Classical Academy?

In the 2024-25 school year, 1,065 students attended Pineapple Cove Classical Academy.

Is Pineapple Cove Classical Academy a good school?

Pineapple Cove Classical Academy ranks 796^th of 2258 Florida alternative schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

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