Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rcma Wimauma Community Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy's student population of 350 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rcma Wimauma Community Academy is 0.00, 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
#1628 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rcma Wimauma Community Academy's ranking?
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy is ranked #1628 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rcma Wimauma Community Academy?
350 students attend Rcma Wimauma Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rcma Wimauma Community Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rcma Wimauma Community Academy?
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rcma Wimauma Community Academy offer ?
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rcma Wimauma Community Academy part of?
Rcma Wimauma Community Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
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