Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts's student population of 592 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts is 0.57, 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
#3022 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
31%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts's ranking?
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts is ranked #3022 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts often compared to?
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Koa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts?
592 students attend Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts?
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts offer ?
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts part of?
Poinciana Academy Of Fine Arts is part of Osceola School District.
School Reviews
5 11/3/2010
Mr. Noyes is an awesome principle and has selected great teachers, that love to teach and excel at what they do.
Arts Director is GREAT!!
He is hands on with everything in the school and makes it a rewarding and creative exp. for the kids.
Arts are integrated all throughout the school.
Academic Awards are earned and given on a continual basis, My daughter is always proud because she is being acknowledged for an acheivement.
School is clean, cafeteria is friendly,office is helpful and cheery.
Parent involvement is easily visible.
I LOVE THIS SCHOOL!!
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