Spring Lake Youth 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 was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 54%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (17-18)
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≤20%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Asian
(17-18)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(17-18)3%
32%
Black
(17-18)67%
22%
White
(17-18)30%
39%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
52%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Youth Academy?
30 students attend Spring Lake Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Spring Lake Youth Academy students are Black, 30% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Spring Lake Youth Academy offer ?
Spring Lake Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Spring Lake Youth Academy part of?
Spring Lake Youth Academy is part of Desoto School District.
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.
