Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies's student population of 660 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies is 0.50, 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
#3031 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
68%
36%
Black
14%
21%
White
15%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies's ranking?
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies is ranked #3031 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies often compared to?
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Flora Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies?
660 students attend Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies?
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies offer ?
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies part of?
Thacker Avenue Elementary For International Studies is part of Osceola School District.
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