Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank E. Brigham Academy ranks in the top 10% 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 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank E. Brigham Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frank E. Brigham Academy's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank E. Brigham Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank E. Brigham Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
26%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
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 Frank E. Brigham Academy's ranking?
Frank E. Brigham Academy is ranked #267 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Frank E. Brigham Academy often compared to?
Frank E. Brigham Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hartridge Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Frank E. Brigham Academy?
538 students attend Frank E. Brigham Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Frank E. Brigham Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank E. Brigham Academy?
Frank E. Brigham Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Frank E. Brigham Academy offer ?
Frank E. Brigham Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frank E. Brigham Academy part of?
Frank E. Brigham Academy is part of Polk School District.
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