John Polk Alternative School serves 9 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Polk Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
John Polk Alternative School's student population of 9 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of John Polk Alternative School is 0.52, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
67%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of John Polk Alternative School?
The graduation rate of John Polk Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend John Polk Alternative School?
9 students attend John Polk Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John Polk Alternative School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does John Polk Alternative School offer ?
John Polk Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is John Polk Alternative School part of?
John Polk Alternative School is part of Seminole School District.
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