Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pinecrest Preparatory Charter ranks in the top 10% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter's student population of 296 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Preparatory Charter is 0.57, 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
#312 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
62%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Pinecrest Preparatory Charter's ranking?
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter is ranked #312 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Preparatory Charter often compared to?
Pinecrest Preparatory Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Cornerstone Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Preparatory Charter?
296 students attend Pinecrest Preparatory Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pinecrest Preparatory Charter students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinecrest Preparatory Charter?
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Preparatory Charter offer ?
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Preparatory Charter part of?
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Preparatory Charter located?
Pinecrest Preparatory Charter is located in the Southeast Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Southeast Orlando.
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