Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Florida A&m University Developmental Research 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 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florida A&m University Developmental Research 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 Florida A&m University Developmental Research School is 0.10, 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
#3269 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
36%
Black
95%
21%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
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 Florida A&m University Developmental Research School's ranking?
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School is ranked #3269 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Florida A&m University Developmental Research School often compared to?
Florida A&m University Developmental Research Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florida State University School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florida A&m University Developmental Research School?
The graduation rate of Florida A&m University Developmental Research School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Florida A&m University Developmental Research School?
616 students attend Florida A&m University Developmental Research School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Florida A&m University Developmental Research School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florida A&m University Developmental Research School?
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Florida A&m University Developmental Research School offer ?
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Florida A&m University Developmental Research School part of?
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School is part of Famu Lab Sch School District.
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