Optima Classical Academy serves 87 students in grades Kindergarten-9.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Optima Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Optima Classical Academy's student population of 87 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Optima Classical Academy is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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
How many students attend Optima Classical Academy?
87 students attend Optima Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Optima Classical Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Optima Classical Academy?
Optima Classical Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Optima Classical Academy offer ?
Optima Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Optima Classical Academy part of?
Optima Classical Academy is part of Collier School District.
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