Serving 212 students in grades 8-12, Acceleration East 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acceleration East's student population of 212 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acceleration East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acceleration East is 0.27, 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
#3346 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Grey, Black
School Mascot
Phoenix
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acceleration East's ranking?
Acceleration East is ranked #3346 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Acceleration East often compared to?
Acceleration Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Aloma High Charter, Acceleration West 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 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acceleration East?
The graduation rate of Acceleration East is 80-84%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Acceleration East?
212 students attend Acceleration East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Acceleration East students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acceleration East?
Acceleration East has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Acceleration East offer ?
Acceleration East offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acceleration East part of?
Acceleration East is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Acceleration East located?
Acceleration East is located in the Dixie Belle neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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