Oscar Patterson Academy serves 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oscar Patterson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oscar Patterson Academy's student population of 394 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 160% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oscar Patterson 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
46%
21%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Oscar Patterson Academy?
394 students attend Oscar Patterson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Oscar Patterson Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oscar Patterson Academy?
Oscar Patterson Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oscar Patterson Academy offer ?
Oscar Patterson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Oscar Patterson Academy part of?
Oscar Patterson Academy is part of Bay School District.
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