Serving 234 students in grades 9-12, Academic Solutions High School 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 is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academic Solutions High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Academic Solutions High School's student population of 234 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academic Solutions High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academic Solutions High School is 0.60, 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
#2887 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
51%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academic Solutions High School's ranking?
Academic Solutions High School is ranked #2887 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academic Solutions High School?
The graduation rate of Academic Solutions High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academic Solutions High School?
234 students attend Academic Solutions High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Academic Solutions High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Academic Solutions High School offer ?
Academic Solutions High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academic Solutions High School part of?
Academic Solutions High School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Academic Solutions High School located?
Academic Solutions High School is located in the North Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in North Fort Lauderdale.
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