Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Apalachicola Bay Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apalachicola Bay Charter School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apalachicola Bay Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apalachicola Bay Charter School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1474 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apalachicola Bay Charter School's ranking?
Apalachicola Bay Charter School is ranked #1474 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Apalachicola Bay Charter School often compared to?
Apalachicola Bay Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin County School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Apalachicola Bay Charter School?
354 students attend Apalachicola Bay Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Apalachicola Bay Charter School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apalachicola Bay Charter School?
Apalachicola Bay Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Apalachicola Bay Charter School offer ?
Apalachicola Bay Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Apalachicola Bay Charter School part of?
Apalachicola Bay Charter School is part of Franklin School District.
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