Serving 1,094 students in grades 9-12, South Tech Academy ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Tech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Tech Academy's student population of 1,094 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
20
School Motto
Shaping Lives... Inspiring Success
School Rankings
South Tech Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Tech Academy is 0.62, 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
#2108 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 is South Tech Academy's ranking?
South Tech Academy is ranked #2108 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Tech Academy often compared to?
South Tech Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Canyons High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Tech Academy?
The graduation rate of South Tech Academy is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Tech Academy?
1,094 students attend South Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of South Tech Academy students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Tech Academy?
South Tech Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Tech Academy offer ?
South Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Tech Academy part of?
South Tech Academy is part of Palm Beach School District.
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