Serving 51 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Highbanks Learning Center ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). 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 4:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highbanks Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Highbanks Learning Center's student population of 51 students has grown by 628% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 225% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highbanks Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highbanks Learning Center 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
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted100%
27.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Foxes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highbanks Learning Center's ranking?
Highbanks Learning Center is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highbanks Learning Center often compared to?
Highbanks Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highbanks Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Highbanks Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 78%.
How many students attend Highbanks Learning Center?
51 students attend Highbanks Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Highbanks Learning Center students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highbanks Learning Center?
Highbanks Learning Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highbanks Learning Center offer ?
Highbanks Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highbanks Learning Center part of?
Highbanks Learning Center is part of Volusia School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would definately recommend this school to other students! My daughter has courage to be herself again through positive encouragement from the facility and teachers..
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