Serving 840 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fred G. Garner 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fred G. Garner Academy's student population of 840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fred G. Garner 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 Fred G. Garner Academy is 0.66, 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
#3009 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred G. Garner Academy's ranking?
Fred G. Garner Academy is ranked #3009 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fred G. Garner Academy?
840 students attend Fred G. Garner Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fred G. Garner Academy students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 17% 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 Fred G. Garner Academy?
Fred G. Garner Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fred G. Garner Academy offer ?
Fred G. Garner Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred G. Garner Academy part of?
Fred G. Garner Academy is part of Polk School District.
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Date
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS STUDENT EARLY DISMISSAL
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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