Alachua Learning Academy Middle

Summary:

Alachua Learning Academy Middle is a public charter middle school in Alachua, Florida, serving grades 6-8 with an enrollment of 59 students. This small school stands out for its exceptional academic performance, consistently outpacing the Alachua district and the state of Florida in key assessments.

Alachua Learning Academy Middle has been ranked among the top 15 middle schools in Florida and maintains a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's diverse student population, with a higher percentage of Hispanic and multi-racial students compared to nearby schools, adds to its unique character. While the school has experienced an increase in chronic absenteeism, reaching 26.2% in the 2022-2023 school year, it still remains lower than some of the surrounding schools, such as Westwood Middle School at 39.0%.

Alachua Learning Academy Middle's exceptional academic performance, with 100% proficiency in EOC/Algebra 1, 94% in EOC/Geometry, and 100% in EOC/Civics, is particularly noteworthy given the school's small size and diverse student population. This suggests that the school is providing a high-quality education, which may be attributed to its higher per-student spending of $9,568 in the 2022-2023 school year, compared to the Alachua district and state averages. Overall, Alachua Learning Academy Middle stands out as a unique and high-performing middle school option within the Alachua district.

Detail:

Public, Charter 6-8

11100 W State Road 235
Alachua, FL 32615

(386) 418-2080

District: Alachua

SchoolDigger Rank:
31^st of 1,196 Florida Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,568

Student/teacher ratio: 14.7

Number of students: 59

Racial breakdown:

White:

66.1%

Hispanic:

18.6%

Two or more races:

11.9%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 42.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Alachua Learning Academy Middle ranks better than 97.4% of middle schools in Florida. It also ranks first among 10 ranked middle schools in the Alachua School District! (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.01. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Alachua Learning Academy Middle has the smallest middle school student body size in the Alachua School District. Racial makeup is: White (66.1%), Hispanic (18.6%), two or more races (11.9%). (See more...)

Compare Details 42.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Alachua School District. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Alachua Learning Academy Middle is 14.7, which is the 2^nd best among 10 middle schools in the Alachua School District. (See more...)

Compare Alachua Learning Academy Middle employs 4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Alachua Learning Academy Middle is $9,568, which is the 3^rd highest among 10 middle schools in the Alachua School District.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Alachua Learning Academy Middle was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Alachua Learning Academy Middle 31^st of 1196 Florida public middle schools. (See Alachua Learning Academy Middle in the ranking list.)

Alachua:

SchoolDigger ranks Alachua 43^rd of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Alachua Learning Academy Middle

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	FL State Percentile
2014	87.51	93^rd	999	90.7%
2016	88.35	89^th	997	91.1%
2017	90.85	81^st	1031	92.1%
2018	88.66	106^th	1035	89.8%
2019	89.78	81^st	1099	92.6%
2021	87.91	102^nd	1136	91.0%
2022	92.82	54^th	1148	95.3%
2023	97.13	15^th	1177	98.7%
2024	95.01	31^st	1196	97.4%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Florida Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Alachua Learning Academy Middle

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2012	30	1	1	20	0	1	5	58
2013	30	3	3	19	1	0	5	61
2014	30	5	3	12	1	0	5	56
2015	34	5	4	12	1	0	5	61
2016	36	11	2	8	0	0	4	61
2017	30	4	2	9	0	0	5	50
2018	38	2	1	7	0	0	5	53
2019	29	4	4	8	0	0	7	52
2020	34	4	4	7	0	0	7	56
2021	29	5	4	6	0	0	8	52
2022	28	4	2	7	0	0	6	47
2023	39	1	1	11	0	0	7	59

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Alachua Learning Academy Middle

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2012	58	2.6	21.6	70.7
2013	61	6.0	10.1	60.7
2014	56	2.0	28.0	57.1
2015	61	4.0	15.2	4.9
2016	61	4.0	15.2	67.2
2017	50	4.0	12.5	72
2018	53	1.0	53.0	67.9
2019	52	n/a	n/a	57.7
2020	56	4.0	14.0	30.4
2021	52	3.0	17.3	38.5
2022	47	4.0	11.7	44.7
2023	59	4.0	14.7	42.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Alachua Learning Academy Middle

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2012	58	2.6	21.6	70.7
2013	61	6.0	10.1	60.7
2014	56	2.0	28.0	57.1
2015	61	4.0	15.2	4.9
2016	61	4.0	15.2	67.2
2017	50	4.0	12.5	72
2018	53	1.0	53.0	67.9
2019	52	n/a	n/a	57.7
2020	56	4.0	14.0	30.4
2021	52	3.0	17.3	38.5
2022	47	4.0	11.7	44.7
2023	59	4.0	14.7	42.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Alachua Learning Academy Middle

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$00 (0.0%)	$5,849 (100.0%)	$5,849
2019	$00 (0.0%)	$7,152 (100.0%)	$7,152
2020	$00 (0.0%)	$5,219 (100.0%)	$5,219
2021	$321 (5.7%)	$5,346 (94.3%)	$5,668
2022	$1,111 (14.0%)	$6,825 (86.0%)	$7,936
2023	$1,933 (20.2%)	$7,635 (79.8%)	$9,568

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Alachua Learning Academy Middle

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 81^st of 1099 Middle schools	Ranks 15^th of 1177 Middle schools	6.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	81	81
6th Grade English Language Arts (Alachua)	53	51	2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	54	52	2%
6th Grade Mathematics (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	90	69	21%
6th Grade Mathematics (Alachua)	52	43	9%
6th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	55	49	6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	85	80	5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Alachua)	54	50	4%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	52	48	4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	77	87	10%
7th Grade Mathematics (Alachua)	59	53	6%
7th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	54	46	8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	89	87	2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Alachua)	61	51	10%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	56	49	7%
8th Grade Science (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	61	78	17%
8th Grade Science (Alachua)	54	44	10%
8th Grade Science (Florida)	48	44	4%
End of Course Civics (Alachua Learning Academy Middle)	92	100	8%
End of Course Civics (Alachua)	69	58	11%
End of Course Civics (Florida)	71	66	5%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	52	59	13.5%
African American	4	1	75%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	4	1	75%
Hispanic	8	11	37.5%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	29	39	34.5%
Two or More Races	7	7
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	57.7%	42.4%	15.3%

Schools Near Alachua Learning Academy Middle

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)						FAST Math (2024)						Statewide Science Science (2024)		EOC Algebra 1 (2024)	EOC Geometry (2024)	EOC Civics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Alachua Learning Academy Middle	Public, Charter	6-8	11100 W State Road 235	Alachua	32615	Alachua County	Alachua	Yes	No	No	No	(386) 418-2080	59	4	14.7	42.4%	39 (66.1%)	1 (1.7%)	11 (18.6%)	1 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (11.9%)	95	31^st of 1196 public middle schools	97.4%		97.1	15^th of 1177 public middle schools	98.7%	16				76.0	91.0	90.0				90.0	100.0			95.0	100.0	94.0	100.0	$9,568	$1,933	$7,635
A. L. Mebane Middle School	Public	6-8	16401 NW 140th St	Alachua	32615	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	No	(386) 462-1648	332	14	23.1	60.8%	144 (43.4%)	110 (33.1%)	43 (13.0%)	6 (1.8%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	28 (8.4%)	39.1	730^th of 1196 public middle schools	39.0%		34.2	788^th of 1177 public middle schools	33.1%	58				49.0	44.0	35.0				67.0	12.0	52.0		25.0	86.0		59.0	$10,425	$905	$9,521
Fort Clarke Middle School	Public	6-8	9301 NW 23rd Ave	Gainesville	32606	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	No	(352) 333-2800	961	49	19.2	53.1%	385 (40.1%)	333 (34.7%)	127 (13.2%)	52 (5.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	63 (6.6%)	50.3	585^th of 1196 public middle schools	51.1%		48.4	589^th of 1177 public middle schools	50.0%	4				50.0	57.0	54.0				51.0	26.0	55.0		44.0	91.0	100.0	66.0	$8,468	$834	$7,634
Westwood Middle School	Public	6-8	1262 NW 31st Drive	Gainesville	32605	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	No	(352) 955-6718	847	29	29.2	55.7%	281 (33.2%)	303 (35.8%)	156 (18.4%)	35 (4.1%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	68 (8.0%)	32	844^th of 1196 public middle schools	29.4%		35.1	773^rd of 1177 public middle schools	34.3%	71				47.0	43.0	41.0				39.0	22.0	45.0		34.0	74.0		50.0	$9,275	$879	$8,395
Howard W. Bishop Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	1901 NE 9th St	Gainesville	32609	Alachua County	Alachua	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 955-6701	823	31	26.7	57.5%	225 (27.3%)	431 (52.4%)	67 (8.1%)	37 (4.5%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	61 (7.4%)	42.6	694^th of 1196 public middle schools	42.0%		44.1	649^th of 1177 public middle schools	44.9%	45				48.0	49.0	51.0				34.0	7.0	60.0		47.0	78.0	100.0	54.0	$8,338	$794	$7,546
Resilience Charter School Inc	Public, Charter	6-8	1717 NE 9th St	Gainesville	32609	Alachua County	Alachua	Yes	No	No	No	(352) 745-3690	120	6	21.8	68.3%	35 (29.2%)	56 (46.7%)	10 (8.3%)	2 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (14.2%)	24.8	930^th of 1196 public middle schools	22.2%		40.8	692^nd of 1177 public middle schools	41.2%	238				38.0	34.0	42.0				38.0	38.0	38.0		16.0			35.0	$8,608	$864	$7,744
Kanapaha Middle School	Public	6-8	5005 SW 75th St	Gainesville	32608	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	No	(352) 955-6960	1,094	47	23.4	53.3%	400 (36.6%)	331 (30.3%)	222 (20.3%)	62 (5.7%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	77 (7.0%)	56.2	500^th of 1196 public middle schools	58.2%		53	526^th of 1177 public middle schools	55.3%	26				54.0	56.0	59.0				51.0	32.0	66.0		46.0	95.0	100.0	63.0	$8,640	$921	$7,720
Oak View Middle School	Public, Magnet	5-8	1203 SW 250th St	Newberry	32669	Alachua County	Alachua	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 472-1102	964	42	22.7	49.4%	515 (53.4%)	211 (21.9%)	123 (12.8%)	28 (2.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	87 (9.0%)	60.3	444^th of 1196 public middle schools	62.9%		58.1	458^th of 1177 public middle schools	61.1%	14			41.0	63.0	57.0	54.0			45.0	57.0	37.0	67.0	44.0	48.0	94.0	100.0	65.0	$8,388	$881	$7,506
The Einstein School Inc.	Public, Charter	2-8	5910 SW Archer Rd	Gainesville	32608	Alachua County	Alachua	Yes	No	No	No	(352) 335-4321	102	7	14.5	58.8%	35 (34.3%)	49 (48.0%)	8 (7.8%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (7.8%)	9.3	1113^th of 1196 public middle schools	6.9%		12.6	1062^nd of 1177 public middle schools	9.8%	51	20.0	7.0	0.0	20.0	0.0	8.0	10.0	7.0	7.0	7.0	12.0	33.0	7.0	33.0			33.0	$10,026	$1,084	$8,942
Abraham Lincoln Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	1001 SE 12th St	Gainesville	32641	Alachua County	Alachua	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 955-6711	709	27	26.6	54.6%	146 (20.6%)	373 (52.6%)	34 (4.8%)	121 (17.1%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	33 (4.7%)	59.5	450^th of 1196 public middle schools	62.4%		49.4	571^st of 1177 public middle schools	51.5%	121				61.0	58.0	54.0				50.0	19.0	67.0		51.0	94.0	100.0	60.0	$8,576	$783	$7,792

Frequently Asked Questions about Alachua Learning Academy Middle

How many students attend Alachua Learning Academy Middle?

In the 2022-23 school year, 59 students attended Alachua Learning Academy Middle.

What is the racial makeup of Alachua Learning Academy Middle?

Students at Alachua Learning Academy Middle are 66% White, 19% Hispanic, 12% Two or more races, 2% African American, 2% Asian.

Is Alachua Learning Academy Middle a good school?

Yes! Alachua Learning Academy Middle is one of the best middle schools in the state. It ranks 31^st of 1196 Florida middle schools.

What district is Alachua Learning Academy Middle in?

Alachua

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