Richard Milburn Academy West serves 102 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤10% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 62%).
Minority enrollment was 55% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤10%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)11-19%
73%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richard Milburn Academy West?
The graduation rate of Richard Milburn Academy West is 11-19%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 73%.
How many students attend Richard Milburn Academy West?
102 students attend Richard Milburn Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richard Milburn Academy West students are White, 33% of students are Black, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Richard Milburn Academy West offer ?
Richard Milburn Academy West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richard Milburn Academy West part of?
Richard Milburn Academy West is part of Volusia School District.
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