Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Edward W Bok Academy North ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward W Bok Academy North's student population of 615 students has grown by 204% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 210% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward W Bok Academy North ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward W Bok Academy North is 0.65, 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
#1655 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
49%
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
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward W Bok Academy North's ranking?
Edward W Bok Academy North is ranked #1655 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edward W Bok Academy North?
615 students attend Edward W Bok Academy North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edward W Bok Academy North students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward W Bok Academy North?
Edward W Bok Academy North has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edward W Bok Academy North offer ?
Edward W Bok Academy North offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edward W Bok Academy North part of?
Edward W Bok Academy North is part of Polk School District.
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