Serving 57 students in grades 5-12, The Academy At Youth Care Lane 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Academy At Youth Care Lane's student population of 57 students has grown by 307% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Academy At Youth Care Lane 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 The Academy At Youth Care Lane is 0.69, 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
#3455 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
21-39%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Academy At Youth Care Lane's ranking?
The Academy At Youth Care Lane is ranked #3455 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Academy At Youth Care Lane?
The graduation rate of The Academy At Youth Care Lane is 21-39%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend The Academy At Youth Care Lane?
57 students attend The Academy At Youth Care Lane.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of The Academy At Youth Care Lane students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does The Academy At Youth Care Lane offer ?
The Academy At Youth Care Lane offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Academy At Youth Care Lane part of?
The Academy At Youth Care Lane is part of Highlands School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
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