Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hospital Homebound ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 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%).
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hospital Homebound ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Hospital Homebound's student population of 28 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (98-99)
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hospital Homebound is 0.71, which is more 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)
(21-22)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
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 Hospital Homebound?
The graduation rate of Hospital Homebound is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hospital Homebound?
28 students attend Hospital Homebound.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hospital Homebound students are Black, 32% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Hospital Homebound offer ?
Hospital Homebound offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hospital Homebound part of?
Hospital Homebound is part of Alachua School District.
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