Below Average
#3054 of 3,778 schools in FL
Okeechobee Achievement Academy
School · OKEECHOBEE
1000 NW 34TH ST, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,054 of 3,778
In Okeechobee
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
OKEECHOBEE
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Okeechobee Achievement Academy
Okeechobee Achievement Academy is a public school in Okeechobee, FL, part of OKEECHOBEE. Okeechobee Achievement Academy serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Okeechobee Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,054 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Okeechobee Achievement Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Okeechobee Achievement Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Okeechobee Achievement Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Okeechobee Achievement Academy — Students at Okeechobee Achievement Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Okeechobee Achievement Academy Compares
See how Okeechobee Achievement Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1000 NW 34TH ST, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Okeechobee Achievement Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. OKEECHOBEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OKEECHOBEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 5.4/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Okeechobee, see our Okeechobee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34972 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,902
Median Home Value
$193,300
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
19,185
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Okeechobee Achievement Academy
What grades does Okeechobee Achievement Academy serve?
Okeechobee Achievement Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Okeechobee Achievement Academy?
Okeechobee Achievement Academy has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Okeechobee Achievement Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Okeechobee Achievement Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Okeechobee Achievement Academy rank in FL?
Okeechobee Achievement Academy ranks #3,054 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Okeechobee Achievement Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Okeechobee Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Okeechobee Achievement Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Okeechobee Achievement Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Okeechobee Achievement Academy a charter school?
No, Okeechobee Achievement Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Okeechobee Achievement Academy a Title I school?
No, Okeechobee Achievement Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Okeechobee Achievement Academy?
77.7% of students at Okeechobee Achievement Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Okeechobee County
- Phone
- (863) 462-5125
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
OKEECHOBEE- District Enrollment
- 6,337
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,523
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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