Ina A.colen Academy serves 435 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ina A.colen Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ina A.colen Academy's student population of 435 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ina A.colen Academy is 0.63, 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)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ina A.colen Academy?
435 students attend Ina A.colen Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ina A.colen Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ina A.colen Academy?
Ina A.colen Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ina A.colen Academy offer ?
Ina A.colen Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ina A.colen Academy part of?
Ina A.colen Academy is part of Marion School District.
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