Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank E. Brigham Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank E. Brigham Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frank E. Brigham Academy's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank E. Brigham Academy 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 Frank E. Brigham Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank E. Brigham Academy's ranking?
Frank E. Brigham Academy is ranked #484 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Frank E. Brigham Academy often compared to?
Frank E. Brigham Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hartridge Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Frank E. Brigham Academy?
551 students attend Frank E. Brigham Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Frank E. Brigham Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank E. Brigham Academy?
Frank E. Brigham Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frank E. Brigham Academy offer ?
Frank E. Brigham Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frank E. Brigham Academy part of?
Frank E. Brigham Academy is part of Polk School District.
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