Fresh Start Community School serves 105 students in grades 10-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fresh Start Community School's student population of 105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fresh Start Community School is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
52%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Fresh Start Community School often compared to?
Fresh Start Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Community High School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Fresh Start Community School?
The graduation rate of Fresh Start Community School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fresh Start Community School?
105 students attend Fresh Start Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fresh Start Community School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fresh Start Community School?
Fresh Start Community School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fresh Start Community School offer ?
Fresh Start Community School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fresh Start Community School part of?
Fresh Start Community School is part of Polk School District.
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