Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Village Of Excellence Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Village Of Excellence Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Village Of Excellence Academy's student population of 180 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Village Of Excellence Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Village Of Excellence Academy is 0.24, 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
#3593 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
87%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Village Of Excellence Academy's ranking?
Village Of Excellence Academy is ranked #3593 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Village Of Excellence Academy often compared to?
Village Of Excellence Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmont Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Village Of Excellence Academy?
180 students attend Village Of Excellence Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Village Of Excellence Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Village Of Excellence Academy?
Village Of Excellence Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Village Of Excellence Academy offer ?
Village Of Excellence Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Village Of Excellence Academy part of?
Village Of Excellence Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Village Of Excellence Academy located?
Village Of Excellence Academy is located in the Temple Crest neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Temple Crest.
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