Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Palm Bay Charter School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Bay Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Bay Charter School's student population of 356 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Bay Charter School 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 Palm Bay Charter School is 0.68, 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
#2721 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
47%
21%
White
26%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Bay Charter School's ranking?
Palm Bay Charter School is ranked #2721 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Bay Charter School often compared to?
Palm Bay Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Bay Charter School?
356 students attend Palm Bay Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Palm Bay Charter School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Bay Charter School?
Palm Bay Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Bay Charter School offer ?
Palm Bay Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Palm Bay Charter School part of?
Palm Bay Charter School is part of Brevard School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School For Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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