First Coast Academy High School, a division of Atlantic International Institute, Inc. First Coast Academy High School provides high quality correspondence high school educational programs to help students from throughout the world earn their high school diploma entirely through distance learning or online.
First Coast Academy is a complete high school, registered with the Florida Department of Education.
Through our program, you get a diploma instead of just a piece of paper showing you passed a GED equivalency examination.
Our distance learning method is endorsed by the United States Department of Education and is successfully used by leading universities across the country as well as all the U.S. Armed Forces.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked FL School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
First Coast Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1999
Student Body
Total Students
300 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Donna Speegle
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of First Coast Academy?
The acceptance rate of First Coast Academy is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is First Coast Academy's ranking?
First Coast Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for First Coast Academy?
The application deadline for First Coast Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First Coast Academy located?
First Coast Academy is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other private schools located in Riverside.
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