Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harlem Heights Community Charter School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlem Heights Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Harlem Heights Community Charter School's student population of 176 students has grown by 122% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlem Heights Community Charter School 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 Harlem Heights Community Charter School is 0.33, 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
#2432 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
7%
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
72%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem Heights Community Charter School's ranking?
Harlem Heights Community Charter School is ranked #2432 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Harlem Heights Community Charter School often compared to?
Harlem Heights Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights Elementary School, Three Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Harlem Heights Community Charter School?
176 students attend Harlem Heights Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Harlem Heights Community Charter School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Heights Community Charter School?
Harlem Heights Community Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harlem Heights Community Charter School offer ?
Harlem Heights Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harlem Heights Community Charter School part of?
Harlem Heights Community Charter School is part of Lee School District.
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