Challenge At Alachua Academy serves 16 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Challenge At Alachua Academy's student population of 16 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Challenge At Alachua Academy is 0.53, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
63%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Challenge At Alachua Academy?
16 students attend Challenge At Alachua Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Challenge At Alachua Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are White.
What grades does Challenge At Alachua Academy offer ?
Challenge At Alachua Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Challenge At Alachua Academy part of?
Challenge At Alachua Academy is part of Alachua School District.
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