Hope Ranch Learning Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 216 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Hope Ranch Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

International League of Christian Schools (ILCS)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Hope Ranch Learning Academy
Kind	15
1	15
2	15
3	15
4	15
5	15
6	18
7	18
8	18
9	18
10	18
11	18
12	18

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Autism

Year Founded

2005

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Campus Size

15 acres

Student Body

Total Students

216 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

34%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

100%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniform T-Shirt and Jeans

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is $12,000/yr based on child\'s needs & Matrix Score. We accept the Step Up for Students scholarships.

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Ampy Suarez

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballEquestrian

Soccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Basketball ClubHorse Club

School Notes

HOPE Ranch Learning Academy opened its doors in May 2005 and is registered as a Private School with the Florida Department of Education.
HOPE Ranch Learning Academy is Accredited through the League of Christian School International and the Florida League of Christian Schools.
The school's mission is to foster hope rather than despair, potential rather than limitation, healing rather than hurting, belonging rather than isolation and what the future can be rather than what the past has been.
HOPE Ranch Learning Academy has quickly become the standard for success in educating children with Autism and other forms of learning disabilities. Set in a working horse ranch, the horses provide a fun riding time as school incentive as well as therapeutically in physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, mental health psychotherapy, and social skills training.

School Motto: Continuing the legacy of empowering children with educational challenges and Autism to reach their full potential in a Christian faith-based environment.
School Mascot: Horse

For consideration to attend HOPE Ranch Learning Academy, please call our office and ask to speak with our Registrar Lori Seed. Following a phone interview you will be sent an application packet to complete as well as schedule a date for an onsite tour and interview with yourself and your child. You can call us at 727-232-0119 to initiate this process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hope Ranch Learning Academy cost?

Hope Ranch Learning Academy's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Hope Ranch Learning Academy?

The acceptance rate of Hope Ranch Learning Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does Hope Ranch Learning Academy offer?

Hope Ranch Learning Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Equestrian and Soccer.

What is Hope Ranch Learning Academy's ranking?

Hope Ranch Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Hope Ranch Learning Academy?

The application deadline for Hope Ranch Learning Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Hope Ranch Learning Academy located?

Hope Ranch Learning Academy is located in the Hudson Grove Estates neighborhood of Hudson, FL.

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

The miracles I have personally seen at this school are amazing. Students are advancing 3-4 grade levels in one academic year. Social skills in children with autism are developing and for the first time they are having friends over to their homes for sleep overs, going out bowling, enjoying each other's company and friendship. Jesus Christ's power to heal, transform, and restore is at work here.

- Posted by Administrator - jsuar

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pasco County, FL is $10,123 for elementary schools and $11,933 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pasco County, FL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).