Serving 78 students in grades 6-12, South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program's student population of 78 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program is 0.49, 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
#1652 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
69%
21%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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
What is South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program's ranking?
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program is ranked #1652 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program?
The graduation rate of South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program?
78 students attend South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program?
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program offer ?
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program part of?
South Area Secondary Intensive Transition Program is part of Palm Beach School District.
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