Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Alachua Learning Academy Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher 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 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School's student population of 63 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alachua Learning Academy Middle School is 0.53, 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
#57 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
n/a
21%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alachua Learning Academy Middle School's ranking?
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School is ranked #57 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% 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).
How many students attend Alachua Learning Academy Middle School?
63 students attend Alachua Learning Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Alachua Learning Academy Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alachua Learning Academy Middle School?
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alachua Learning Academy Middle School offer ?
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alachua Learning Academy Middle School part of?
Alachua Learning Academy Middle School is part of Alachua School District.
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