Marion County Acceleration Academy serves 304 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion County Acceleration Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marion County Acceleration Academy's student population of 304 students has grown by 245% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marion County Acceleration 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.
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
44%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Marion County Acceleration Academy?
304 students attend Marion County Acceleration Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Marion County Acceleration Academy students are White, 28% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Marion County Acceleration Academy offer ?
Marion County Acceleration Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Marion County Acceleration Academy part of?
Marion County Acceleration Academy is part of Marion School District.
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