Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jean O'dell Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jean O'dell Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jean O'dell Learning Center's student population of 73 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jean O'dell Learning Center 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 Jean O'dell Learning Center is 0.64, 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
#1169 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jean O'dell Learning Center's ranking?
Jean O'dell Learning Center is ranked #1169 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jean O'dell Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Jean O'dell Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jean O'dell Learning Center?
73 students attend Jean O'dell Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jean O'dell Learning Center students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jean O'dell Learning Center?
Jean O'dell Learning Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jean O'dell Learning Center offer ?
Jean O'dell Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Jean O'dell Learning Center part of?
Jean O'dell Learning Center is part of Polk School District.
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