Turning Point ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 58%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≤20%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≤20%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Asian
(12-13)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(12-13)n/a
29%
Black
(12-13)84%
23%
White
(12-13)16%
42%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(12-13)n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
25%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turning Point?
The graduation rate of Turning Point is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 78%.
How many students attend Turning Point?
32 students attend Turning Point.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Turning Point students are Black, and 16% of students are White.
What grades does Turning Point offer ?
Turning Point offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Turning Point part of?
Turning Point is part of Jefferson School District.
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