Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kissimmee Charter 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kissimmee Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kissimmee Charter Academy's student population of 620 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kissimmee Charter 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 Kissimmee Charter Academy is 0.40, 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
#2532 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kissimmee Charter Academy's ranking?
Kissimmee Charter Academy is ranked #2532 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kissimmee Charter Academy?
620 students attend Kissimmee Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kissimmee Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kissimmee Charter Academy?
Kissimmee Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kissimmee Charter Academy offer ?
Kissimmee Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kissimmee Charter Academy part of?
Kissimmee Charter Academy is part of Osceola School District.
School Calendar
View the Kissimmee Charter Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break- No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Black History Month
February 01, 2025 (Saturday)
Spring Break- No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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