Serving 21 students in grades 7-12, Marion Youth 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 57%). 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Youth Academy's student population of 21 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marion Youth Academy is 0.66, 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)
(16-17)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
48%
21%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
9%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
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
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marion Youth Academy?
21 students attend Marion Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Marion Youth Academy students are Black, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Marion Youth Academy offer ?
Marion Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Youth Academy part of?
Marion Youth Academy is part of Marion School District.
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