Vankara Academy Charter School serves 114 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
91%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Vankara Academy Charter School?
114 students attend Vankara Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vankara Academy Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Vankara Academy Charter School offer ?
Vankara Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vankara Academy Charter School part of?
Vankara Academy Charter School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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