Serving 306 students in grades 9-12, Marco Island Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marco Island Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marco Island Academy's student population of 306 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marco Island 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 Marco Island Academy is 0.47, 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
#1004 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marco Island Academy's ranking?
Marco Island Academy is ranked #1004 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marco Island Academy often compared to?
Marco Island Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marco Island Academy?
The graduation rate of Marco Island Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marco Island Academy?
306 students attend Marco Island Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Marco Island Academy students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marco Island Academy?
Marco Island Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marco Island Academy offer ?
Marco Island Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marco Island Academy part of?
Marco Island Academy is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Marco Island Academy located?
Marco Island Academy is located in the City of Marco neighborhood of Marco Island, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in City of Marco.
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