Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Palm Bay Academy Charter School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Bay Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Bay Academy Charter School's student population of 364 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Bay Academy Charter School 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 Palm Bay Academy Charter School 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
#2432 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
47%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Bay Academy Charter School's ranking?
Palm Bay Academy Charter School is ranked #2432 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Bay Academy Charter School often compared to?
Palm Bay Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Bay Academy Charter School?
364 students attend Palm Bay Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Palm Bay Academy Charter School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Bay Academy Charter School?
Palm Bay Academy Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Bay Academy Charter School offer ?
Palm Bay Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Palm Bay Academy Charter School part of?
Palm Bay Academy Charter School is part of Brevard School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Bay Academy Charter School located?
Palm Bay Academy Charter School is located in the Tropicana neighborhood of Palm Bay, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No changes to original District schedule)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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