Serving 22 students in grades 6-12, Amikids Volusia ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 68% 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
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amikids Volusia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Amikids Volusia's student population of 22 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Amikids Volusia is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
38%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Amikids Volusia often compared to?
Amikids Volusiais often viewed alongside schools like Atlantic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Amikids Volusia?
22 students attend Amikids Volusia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Amikids Volusia students are Black, 32% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Amikids Volusia offer ?
Amikids Volusia offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Amikids Volusia part of?
Amikids Volusia is part of Volusia School District.
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