Fordham Early Learning Academy serves 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fordham Early Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fordham Early Learning Academy's student population of 215 students has grown by 357% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fordham Early Learning Academy is 0.65, 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
13:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
50%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 Fordham Early Learning Academy?
215 students attend Fordham Early Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fordham Early Learning Academy students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fordham Early Learning Academy?
Fordham Early Learning Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fordham Early Learning Academy offer ?
Fordham Early Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Fordham Early Learning Academy part of?
Fordham Early Learning Academy is part of Marion School District.
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