Serving 971 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Liza Jackson Preparatory School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liza Jackson Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liza Jackson Preparatory School's student population of 971 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
971 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liza Jackson Preparatory School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liza Jackson Preparatory School is 0.50, 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
#188 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liza Jackson Preparatory School's ranking?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School is ranked #188 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Liza Jackson Preparatory School?
971 students attend Liza Jackson Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Liza Jackson Preparatory School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Liza Jackson Preparatory School offer ?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Liza Jackson Preparatory School part of?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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