Serving 81 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jean O'dell Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jean O'dell Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jean O'dell Learning Center's student population of 81 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jean O'dell 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 Jean O'dell Learning Center 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1142 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
16%
21%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Suns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jean O'dell Learning Center's ranking?
Jean O'dell Learning Center is ranked #1142 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jean O'dell Learning Center often compared to?
Jean O'dell Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Karen M. Siegel Academy, Doris A. Sanders Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jean O'dell Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Jean O'dell Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jean O'dell Learning Center?
81 students attend Jean O'dell Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jean O'dell Learning Center students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jean O'dell Learning Center?
Jean O'dell Learning Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jean O'dell Learning Center offer ?
Jean O'dell Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jean O'dell Learning Center part of?
Jean O'dell Learning Center is part of Polk School District.
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