Marco Island Academy is a public charter high school located in Marco Island, Collier County, Florida.
Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, Marco Island Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marco Island Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marco Island Academy's student population of 298 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marco Island Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marco Island Academy is 0.48, 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
#586 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
67%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Manta Ray
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marco Island Academy's ranking?
Marco Island Academy is ranked #586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marco Island Academy often compared to?
Marco Island Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marco Island Academy?
The graduation rate of Marco Island Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marco Island Academy?
298 students attend Marco Island Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Marco Island Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marco Island Academy?
Marco Island Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marco Island Academy offer ?
Marco Island Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marco Island Academy part of?
Marco Island Academy is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Marco Island Academy located?
Marco Island Academy is located in the City of Marco neighborhood of Marco Island, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in City of Marco.
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