Average
#1940 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pace Center for Girls
High School · ORANGE
728 GEAR LAKE AVE, Orlando, FL 32803
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,940 of 3,778
In Orlando
#85 of 192
public schools
In district
#123 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Pace Center for Girls
High School in Orlando · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pace Center for Girls
Pace Center for Girls is a public high school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Pace Center for Girls serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,940 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Pace Center for Girls 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 Pace Center for Girls 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Pace Center for Girls sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Pace Center for Girls — Students at Pace Center for Girls score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 23 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Pace Center for Girls Compares
See how Pace Center for Girls 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
728 GEAR LAKE AVE, Orlando, FL 32803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace Center for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EDGEWATER HIGH (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KILLARNEY ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| TRI-L CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ASPIRE ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| PRINCETON HOUSE CHARTER Orlando | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| PINECREST CREEK CHARTER Orlando | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| HUNGERFORD ELEMENTARY Eatonville | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| THE PARKE HOUSE ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| THE LIFE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eatonville | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| EDGEWATER HIGH Orlando | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLEGE PARK MIDDLE Orlando | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| LA AMISTAD Maitland | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ORLANDO JUNIOR ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKE WESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PRINCETON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| LAKE SILVER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LAKE SYBELIA ELEMENTARY Maitland | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,401
Median Home Value
$421,300
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
22,703
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
37.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| DELAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Deland, FL | 6.2 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota, FL | 6.2 |
| HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 6.2 |
| CARVER EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa, FL | 6.3 |
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| AMIKIDS MANATEE Bradenton, FL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pace Center for Girls
What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?
Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?
Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?
The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?
Pace Center for Girls ranks #1,940 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pace Center for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?
Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Pace Center for Girls?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?
No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?
No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?
88.4% of students at Pace Center for Girls qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (407) 992-0456
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #123 of 258
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