Serving 20 students in grades 6-8, Phoenix Academy Of Excellence 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence's student population of 20 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Academy Of Excellence is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2717 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
75%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
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 is Phoenix Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence is ranked #2717 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Academy Of Excellence?
20 students attend Phoenix Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Phoenix Academy Of Excellence students are Black, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Academy Of Excellence?
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix Academy Of Excellence part of?
Phoenix Academy Of Excellence is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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