Serving 903 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valrico Lake Advantage Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy's student population of 903 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valrico Lake Advantage Academy is 0.77, which is more 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
#428 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valrico Lake Advantage Academy's ranking?
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy is ranked #428 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Valrico Lake Advantage Academy often compared to?
Valrico Lake Advantage Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Winthrop Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Valrico Lake Advantage Academy?
903 students attend Valrico Lake Advantage Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Valrico Lake Advantage Academy students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valrico Lake Advantage Academy?
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valrico Lake Advantage Academy offer ?
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valrico Lake Advantage Academy part of?
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
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