Suwannee Opportunity School serves 53 students in grades 1-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suwannee Opportunity School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Suwannee Opportunity School's student population of 53 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Suwannee Opportunity School is 0.48, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
36%
Black
13%
21%
White
70%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
40%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Suwannee Opportunity School?
The graduation rate of Suwannee Opportunity School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Suwannee Opportunity School?
53 students attend Suwannee Opportunity School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Suwannee Opportunity School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Suwannee Opportunity School offer ?
Suwannee Opportunity School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Suwannee Opportunity School part of?
Suwannee Opportunity School is part of Suwannee School District.
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