Admiral Farragut Academy
Florida, USA
Admiral Farragut Academy is a premier waterfront boarding school in St. Petersburg, Florida, blending strong academics with character development rooted in a rich naval tradition. Located on a stunning campus with convenient access to beaches and city culture, the academy is renowned for its science programs and specialized hands-on pathways, including Aviation (with direct training toward earning a pilot’s license), SCUBA diving, and Sailing.
Home to 300 students—including 140 boarders living in an elegant, historic former country club hotel—Farragut offers a safe, close-knit residential environment.
With a distinguished heritage that includes two Apollo moonwalking astronauts among its alumni, the school provides international students with an inspiring setting to build leadership, self-discipline, and real-world skills.
Grades:
K5-12
Teacher-student ratio:
1 : 7
Year of foundation:
1933
Number of students:
300
Type of campus:
urban
Summer School:
no
Lenght of stay:
full year
About campus
Situated on a waterfront campus close to pristine beaches and a vibrant city center, Admiral Farragut Academy offers an exceptional coastal setting. Conveniently located near a major airport, the campus seamlessly blends natural beauty with urban amenities and effortless travel access.
Interesting facts
Strongest academic programs
- Science-engineering
- Marine science
- Aviation
Strongest art programs
- Visual Arts
- Theatre
Strongest athletic programs
- Track and field
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Soccer