Serving 1,182 students in grades 9-12, South Tech Academy 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Tech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Tech Academy's student population of 1,182 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Tech Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Tech Academy is 0.61, 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
#2831 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
36%
Black
40%
21%
White
10%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Tech Academy's ranking?
South Tech Academy is ranked #2831 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Tech Academy often compared to?
South Tech Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Canyons High School, G-star School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Tech Academy?
The graduation rate of South Tech Academy is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Tech Academy?
1,182 students attend South Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of South Tech Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Tech Academy?
South Tech Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Tech Academy offer ?
South Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Tech Academy part of?
South Tech Academy is part of Palm Beach School District.
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