Serving 235 students in grades 8-12, Acceleration East 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acceleration East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Acceleration East's student population of 235 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acceleration East 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 Acceleration East is 0.34, 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
#3570 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
9%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acceleration East's ranking?
Acceleration East is ranked #3570 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Acceleration East often compared to?
Acceleration Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Acceleration West, Aloma High Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acceleration East?
The graduation rate of Acceleration East is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Acceleration East?
235 students attend Acceleration East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Acceleration East students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acceleration East?
Acceleration East has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Acceleration East offer ?
Acceleration East offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Acceleration East part of?
Acceleration East is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Acceleration East located?
Acceleration East is located in the Dixie Belle neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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