Serving 11 students in grades 6-12, Alachua 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 is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alachua Academy's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alachua Academy is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
4%
36%
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 59% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
How many students attend Alachua Academy?
11 students attend Alachua Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alachua Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What grades does Alachua Academy offer ?
Alachua Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alachua Academy part of?
Alachua Academy is part of Alachua School District.
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