Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gadsden Central Academy ranks in the top 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 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 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden Central Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gadsden Central Academy's student population of 25 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gadsden Central Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden Central Academy is 0.15, 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
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
37%
Black
92%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
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 is Gadsden Central Academy's ranking?
Gadsden Central Academy is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gadsden Central Academy often compared to?
Gadsden Central Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carter Parramore Academy, Crossroad Academy, Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Gadsden Central Academy?
The graduation rate of Gadsden Central Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gadsden Central Academy?
25 students attend Gadsden Central Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gadsden Central Academy students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gadsden Central Academy?
Gadsden Central Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gadsden Central Academy offer ?
Gadsden Central Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gadsden Central Academy part of?
Gadsden Central Academy is part of Gadsden School District.
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