Admiral Farragut Academy
School Details
- Ages: 13-18
- Curriculum: American
- Religious Affiliation: None
Good To Know
- Meals: Hot & Cold
- After-school care: Yes
- Learning support: Yes
- Homeschool support: No
- Sibling discount: No
About
Admiral Farragut Academy is a top college-prep boarding and day school in St Petersburg, Florida, for Grade K-12.
Their 40-acre, waterfront campus offers strong academics and standout programmes in aviation, marine science, engineering and leadership - all in a diverse, supportive community.
At Farragut, the prep school boarding students work hard to be successful and it shows, with their students 100% college accepted. Not only do they benefit from faculty with decades of experience in their respective fields, but they also get to choose from signature programmes that separate Farragut from other boarding schools. These programmes allow graduates to turn a traditional high school transcript into a foundation unlike any other. These graduates are miles ahead of millions of other college applicants.
Highlights
- Direct flights from Grand Cayman to Tampa, Florida
- Rigorous academics and AP courses
- Competitive athletics across multiple sports
2025-26
Upper School 7-Day
A daily lunch is included in school tuition.
All families are required to pay an annual US$200 enrollment fee and US$250 Tech.Ed licensing fee per student.
Facilities
Admiral Farragut Academy is situated on a picturesque, 40-acre gated waterfront campus that once housed the prestigious Jungle Country Club Hotel and Resort. Great care has been applied over the years to maintain and preserve the historic land and buildings that were constructed during the 1920’s Florida Boom Era. A major feature that separates Farragut from many other schools is the immediate access to the water. The waterfront facilities allow students to learn in a unique way and they also give students an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
Other facilities include
- A recently renovated gymnasium featuring the J.A. Huntley entrance and foyer addition
- A multipurpose stadium used for soccer and lacrosse teams with home and visitor sitting areas
- An eight-lane, state-of-the-art rubberised track surrounding the athletic field
- Partnership with elite golf, tennis and swimming clubs in the area for use by respective athletic teams
- Two sand volleyball courts
- Sand volleyball court on waterfront
Extracurricular Activities
Boarding students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities such as athletics, band, drill, the waterfront, intramurals, and the arts. Those who are not, are required to be out of the dormitories and be active outside, ie: jogging the track, playing basketball, etc. Every student who is interested can participate on a team and can attend practice and games. This experience helps students develop coordination and improve their wellness. In addition, students build their character by working with others to achieve a common goal, no matter their skill level.