Serving 542 students in grades 6-10, Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence's student population of 542 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence 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 Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence is 0.68, 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
#2908 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence is ranked #2908 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence often compared to?
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred, Berkley Accelerated Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence?
542 students attend Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence?
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence part of?
Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence is part of Polk School District.
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