Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lake Success 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 4:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Success Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Success Academy's student population of 26 students has grown by 116% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Success 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 Lake Success Academy is 0.70, which is equal to 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
Hispanic
35%
38%
Black
38%
21%
White
19%
34%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Success Academy's ranking?
Lake Success Academy is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
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 Lake Success Academy?
The graduation rate of Lake Success Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Success Academy?
26 students attend Lake Success Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lake Success Academy students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Success Academy?
Lake Success Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Success Academy offer ?
Lake Success Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Success Academy part of?
Lake Success Academy is part of Lake School District.
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