Serving 182 students in grades 8-12, North Central Florida Public Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Central Florida Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
North Central Florida Public Charter School's student population of 182 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Central Florida Public Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central Florida Public Charter School is 0.34, 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
#1627 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
36%
Black
80%
21%
White
14%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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 North Central Florida Public Charter School's ranking?
North Central Florida Public Charter School is ranked #1627 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central Florida Public Charter School?
The graduation rate of North Central Florida Public Charter School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend North Central Florida Public Charter School?
182 students attend North Central Florida Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Central Florida Public Charter School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central Florida Public Charter School?
North Central Florida Public Charter School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Central Florida Public Charter School offer ?
North Central Florida Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is North Central Florida Public Charter School part of?
North Central Florida Public Charter School is part of Alachua School District.
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