Serving 175 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Karen M. Siegel Academy 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Karen M. Siegel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Karen M. Siegel Academy's student population of 175 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Karen M. Siegel Academy 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 Karen M. Siegel 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1855 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karen M. Siegel Academy's ranking?
Karen M. Siegel Academy is ranked #1855 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Karen M. Siegel Academy often compared to?
Karen M. Siegel Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pine View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Karen M. Siegel Academy?
The graduation rate of Karen M. Siegel Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Karen M. Siegel Academy?
175 students attend Karen M. Siegel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Karen M. Siegel Academy students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karen M. Siegel Academy?
Karen M. Siegel Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Karen M. Siegel Academy offer ?
Karen M. Siegel Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Karen M. Siegel Academy part of?
Karen M. Siegel Academy is part of Polk School District.
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