Serving 151 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Samsula Academy 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samsula Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Samsula Academy's student population of 151 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samsula Academy 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 Samsula Academy is 0.17, 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
#1240 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
White
91%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samsula Academy's ranking?
Samsula Academy is ranked #1240 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Samsula Academy often compared to?
Samsula Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Burns Science And Technology Charter 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Samsula Academy?
151 students attend Samsula Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Samsula Academy students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samsula Academy?
Samsula Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samsula Academy offer ?
Samsula Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samsula Academy part of?
Samsula Academy is part of Volusia School District.
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