Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James E. Stephens Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James E. Stephens Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
James E. Stephens Academy's student population of 328 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James E. Stephens Academy 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 James E. Stephens Academy is 0.68, 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
#3426 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
44%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
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 James E. Stephens Academy's ranking?
James E. Stephens Academy is ranked #3426 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James E. Stephens Academy often compared to?
James E. Stephens Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Floral Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James E. Stephens Academy?
328 students attend James E. Stephens Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of James E. Stephens Academy students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James E. Stephens Academy?
James E. Stephens Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James E. Stephens Academy offer ?
James E. Stephens Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James E. Stephens Academy part of?
James E. Stephens Academy is part of Polk School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day For Students - Student Early Dismissal
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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