Serving 977 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Liza Jackson Preparatory School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liza Jackson Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liza Jackson Preparatory School's student population of 977 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
977 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Liza Jackson Preparatory School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liza Jackson Preparatory School is 0.51, 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
#158 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liza Jackson Preparatory School's ranking?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School is ranked #158 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Liza Jackson Preparatory School?
977 students attend Liza Jackson Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Liza Jackson Preparatory School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liza Jackson Preparatory School?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liza Jackson Preparatory School offer ?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liza Jackson Preparatory School part of?
Liza Jackson Preparatory School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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