Serving 203 students in grades 6-12, Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12's student population of 203 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering the lives of our learners.
School Rankings
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 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 Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 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
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12's ranking?
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 is ranked #1420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 often compared to?
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12is often viewed alongside schools like Jinks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12?
The graduation rate of Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12?
203 students attend Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12?
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 offer ?
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 part of?
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 is part of Bay School District.
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