Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering's student population of 551 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering 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 Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering is 0.64, 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
#2223 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
46%
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
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering's ranking?
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering is ranked #2223 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering often compared to?
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineeringis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering?
551 students attend Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering?
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering offer ?
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering part of?
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering is part of Polk School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2019
I love this school, I had my doubts in the very beginning but my doubts changed big time my son has been going there is the first grade he is now going to 5th and my daughter started KG there and is going to the 2nd grade, I can't ask for a better school, the staff definitely cares about the students there and the principal is the best, and if he child is going to be in ESE depending on the grade your child is in, miss Williams ESE is one of the best teachers, my son has came a long way from being in her class she has taught him so much, but seriously if your school zone for that school its definitely a great school to go too..
5 2/2/2007
I am a homeschool mom who is considering returning her children to public school. Combee Elementary is the school my children will be going to. In searching I have found many negative comments about this school, including poor teachers/violent-harrassing kids. It does steer you away, but then you look at the free lunches...you look at the percentage and compare it to the state average. Many parents, unlike the higher scoring schools, have parents that work and are unable to volunteer their time to help out the schools. Schools like Mckeel Elemtary have a high number of parent involvement, according to their website/parent reviews. I intend to send my children to Combee-and get involved. (and to those who say, 'my childs teacher treats her badly. If you're involved in the school, and are always there, they'll go the extra mile to be nice to your kid!)
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