Great Leaps Academy in Palm Bay, FL, is a nonsectarian special education school serving undergraduate–level students in a midsize city community.
The school enrolls 38 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 5 teachers.
Great Leaps Academy has a diverse student body, with 23.53% students of color.
Annual tuition at Great Leaps Academy is $11,500. Located in Palm Bay, this special education program operates independently without school membership associations.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 47%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,500
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Great Leaps Academy cost?
Great Leaps Academy's tuition is approximately $11,500 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Great Leaps Academy?
The application deadline for Great Leaps Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Great Leaps Academy is Faith Christian School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Palm Bay S.D.A. School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mustard Seed Kidz (1.3 miles away)
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