Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 152 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Hope Meets Success!
School Rankings
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence 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 Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3550 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
36%
21%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #3550 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence?
The graduation rate of Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence?
152 students attend Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence?
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence is part of Hillsborough School District.
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