Serving 35 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hardee Virtual Franchise 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardee Virtual Franchise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Hardee Virtual Franchise's student population of 35 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
9 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Hardee Virtual Franchise 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 Hardee Virtual Franchise is 0.47, 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
#1774 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%

Black
6%
21%

White
68%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardee Virtual Franchise's ranking?
Hardee Virtual Franchise is ranked #1774 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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardee Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Hardee Virtual Franchise is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hardee Virtual Franchise?
35 students attend Hardee Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hardee Virtual Franchise students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Hardee Virtual Franchise offer ?
Hardee Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardee Virtual Franchise part of?
Hardee Virtual Franchise is part of Hardee School District.
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