Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Altoona School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altoona School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Altoona School's student population of 262 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Believe • Achieve • Succeed
School Rankings
Altoona School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altoona School is 0.33, 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
#766 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
81%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altoona School's ranking?
Altoona School is ranked #766 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Altoona School often compared to?
Altoona Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Umatilla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Altoona School?
262 students attend Altoona School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Altoona School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altoona School?
Altoona School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Altoona School offer ?
Altoona School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altoona School part of?
Altoona School is part of Lake School District.
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