Serving 21 students in grades 6-12, Pioneer Career Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Career Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Pioneer Career Academy's student population of 21 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Career Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Career Academy is 0.47, 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
#1627 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
67%
36%
Black
n/a
21%
White
28%
36%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Career Academy's ranking?
Pioneer Career Academy is ranked #1627 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer Career Academy?
The graduation rate of Pioneer Career Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pioneer Career Academy?
21 students attend Pioneer Career Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pioneer Career Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Career Academy?
Pioneer Career Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pioneer Career Academy offer ?
Pioneer Career Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pioneer Career Academy part of?
Pioneer Career Academy is part of Hardee School District.
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