Serving 5,748 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Florida Connections 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 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 5,748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 52% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Connections Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florida Connections Academy's student population of 5,748 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
5,748 students
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
School Rankings
Florida Connections 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 Florida Connections Academy is 0.69, 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
#2566 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
42%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
52%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Connections Academy's ranking?
Florida Connections Academy is ranked #2566 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florida Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Florida Connections Academy is 52%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Florida Connections Academy?
5,748 students attend Florida Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Florida Connections Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida Connections Academy?
Florida Connections Academy has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida Connections Academy offer ?
Florida Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Florida Connections Academy part of?
Florida Connections Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
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