Serving 164 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Learning Center 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Learning Center's student population of 164 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Being different, belonging together
School Rankings
The Learning Center 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 Learning Center is 0.71, which is more 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
#3651 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Learning Center's ranking?
The Learning Center is ranked #3651 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Learning Center often compared to?
The Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Connections Education Center Of The Palm Beaches, University Preparatory Academy Palm Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Learning Center?
164 students attend The Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of The Learning Center students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Learning Center?
The Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Learning Center offer ?
The Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Learning Center part of?
The Learning Center is part of Palm Beach School District.
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