Serving 740 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Union Park Charter Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Park Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Union Park Charter Academy's student population of 740 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union Park Charter 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 Union Park Charter Academy is 0.69, 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
#1059 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Park Charter Academy's ranking?
Union Park Charter Academy is ranked #1059 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Union Park Charter Academy often compared to?
Union Park Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel, Innovation Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Union Park Charter Academy?
740 students attend Union Park Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Union Park Charter Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Park Charter Academy?
Union Park Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Union Park Charter Academy offer ?
Union Park Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Union Park Charter Academy part of?
Union Park Charter Academy is part of Pasco School District.
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