Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Karen M. Siegel Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Karen M. Siegel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Karen M. Siegel Academy's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Karen M. Siegel Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Karen M. Siegel Academy is 0.67, 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
#767 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karen M. Siegel Academy's ranking?
Karen M. Siegel Academy is ranked #767 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Karen M. Siegel Academy often compared to?
Karen M. Siegel Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pine View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Karen M. Siegel Academy?
The graduation rate of Karen M. Siegel Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Karen M. Siegel Academy?
161 students attend Karen M. Siegel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Karen M. Siegel Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 3% 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 Karen M. Siegel Academy?
Karen M. Siegel Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Karen M. Siegel Academy offer ?
Karen M. Siegel Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Karen M. Siegel Academy part of?
Karen M. Siegel Academy is part of Polk School District.
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