Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S) serves 18 students in grades 4-12.
Minority enrollment was 61% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
37%
Black
61%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S)?
18 students attend Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S) students are Black, and 39% of students are White.
What grades does Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S) offer ?
Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S) offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S) part of?
Florida Youth Academy - Low Risk (Formerly S) is part of Pinellas School District.
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