New Directions Center serves 87 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 45% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New Directions Center?
87 students attend New Directions Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of New Directions Center students are White, 28% of students are Black, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does New Directions Center offer ?
New Directions Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Directions Center part of?
New Directions Center is part of Lee School District.
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