Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgewood 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood Academy's student population of 467 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Academy is 0.53, 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
#2667 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
36%
Black
23%
21%
White
9%
36%
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
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Academy's ranking?
Edgewood Academy is ranked #2667 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Academy?
467 students attend Edgewood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Edgewood Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Academy?
Edgewood Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Edgewood Academy offer ?
Edgewood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edgewood Academy part of?
Edgewood Academy is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 11/12/2020
I went to this school for three years it is a really good school lots of fun activities there but really strict on dress code. Over all this school would be a perfect fit for your child:)
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