Serving 627 students in grades 6-10, Berkley Accelerated ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkley Accelerated ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Berkley Accelerated's student population of 627 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berkley Accelerated ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkley Accelerated is 0.47, 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
#445 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkley Accelerated's ranking?
Berkley Accelerated is ranked #445 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Berkley Accelerated often compared to?
Berkley Acceleratedis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Berkley Accelerated?
627 students attend Berkley Accelerated.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Berkley Accelerated students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkley Accelerated?
Berkley Accelerated has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berkley Accelerated offer ?
Berkley Accelerated offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Berkley Accelerated part of?
Berkley Accelerated is part of Polk School District.
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