Altoona School

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Altoona School ranks 620 th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Altoona School is a public charter elementary school serving grades K-5 in Altoona, Florida, with a student population of 292. It is part of the Lake District, which is ranked 32 out of 68 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Altoona School stands out for its strong academic performance, consistently outperforming the Lake District and Florida state averages in proficiency rates for English Language Arts and Math across grades 3-5. For example, in 2023-2024, Altoona School had 65% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA, compared to 52% for the Lake District and 55% for Florida. However, the school has experienced a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 0% in 2018-2019 to 28.9% in 2022-2023, which is notably higher than the surrounding schools like Treadway Elementary School and Round Lake Elementary School.

Another notable characteristic of Altoona School is its high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, reaching 99.66% in 2022-2023, which is significantly higher than the surrounding schools. This suggests a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population, which may have implications for the school's resource needs and the types of support services required. Despite this, Altoona School's spending per student has remained relatively consistent, ranging from $8,191 to $9,595 over the past four school years. Additionally, the school has a much less diverse student population, with a significantly higher percentage of white students (80.48%) compared to the surrounding schools, which have more diverse student populations.

Detail:

Public, Charter K-5

42630 State Road 19
Altoona, FL 32702

(352) 669-3444

District: Lake

SchoolDigger Rank:
620^th of 2,256 Florida Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,059

Student/teacher ratio: 16.3

Number of students: 262

Racial breakdown:

White:

80.5%

Hispanic:

13.7%

Two or more races:

5.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 72.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Altoona School ranks better than 72.5% of elementary schools in Florida. It also ranks 7^th among 28 ranked elementary schools in the Lake School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 70.82. (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 Racial makeup is: White (80.5%), Hispanic (13.7%), two or more races (5.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 72.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Lake School District. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Altoona School is 16.3. 19 elementary schools in the Lake School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare Altoona School employs 16 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Altoona School is $9,059. 21 elementary schools in the Lake School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Altoona School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Lake:

SchoolDigger ranks Lake 32^nd of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Altoona School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	FL State Percentile
2007	31.53	1278^th	1786	28.4%
2008	49.00	958^th	1789	46.5%
2009	74.21	437^th	1847	76.3%
2010	67.37	646^th	1919	66.3%
2011	57.93	881^st	1985	55.6%
2012	44.40	1123^rd	1984	43.4%
2013	35.08	1360^th	2029	33.0%
2014	47.84	1068^th	2064	48.3%
2016	56.39	908^th	2087	56.5%
2017	41.32	1245^th	2112	41.1%
2018	39.07	1320^th	2118	37.7%
2019	36.80	1403^rd	2182	35.7%
2021	66.71	717^th	2247	68.1%
2022	67.01	690^th	2219	68.9%
2023	72.81	563^rd	2240	74.9%
2024	70.82	620^th	2256	72.5%

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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 Altoona School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2005	56	1	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	58
2006	75	1	0	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	78
2007	90	1	0	9	1	n/a	n/a	2	103
2008	108	1	0	8	1	n/a	n/a	1	119
2009	104	1	0	6	1	n/a	n/a	1	113
2010	136	1	0	13	1	n/a	n/a	2	153
2011	162	3	0	13	1	2	7	0	188
2012	175	2	0	15	1	4	8	0	205
2013	205	2	0	22	0	1	10	0	240
2014	219	3	0	21	0	0	8	0	251
2015	222	1	0	23	0	0	12	0	258
2016	226	3	0	24	0	0	11	0	264
2017	221	3	0	24	0	0	13	0	261
2018	237	2	0	21	0	1	14	0	275
2019	252	3	0	20	0	0	19	0	294
2020	231	3	1	24	0	0	18	0	277
2021	205	4	0	31	0	0	7	0	247
2022	242	2	1	33	0	0	9	0	287
2023	235	2	0	43	0	0	12	0	292
2024	211	1	0	36	0	0	14	0	262

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 Altoona School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2005	58	0.0	n/a	58.6
2006	78	n/a	n/a	59
2007	103	n/a	n/a	49.5
2008	119	6.0	19.8	62.7
2009	113	7.6	16.1	70.5
2010	153	8.0	19.1	76.2
2011	188	9.0	20.8	73.4
2012	205	14.0	14.6	66.8
2013	240	13.0	18.4	67.9
2014	251	11.0	22.8	64.9
2015	258	12.0	21.5	48.1
2016	264	16.0	16.5	71.2
2017	261	15.0	17.4	69
2018	275	17.0	16.1	76
2019	294	18.1	16.2	62.9
2020	277	21.0	13.1	53.1
2021	247	20.0	12.3	55.5
2022	287	19.0	15.1	44.9
2023	292	16.0	18.2	99.7
2024	262	16.0	16.3	72.5

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 Altoona School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2005	58	0.0	n/a	58.6
2006	78	n/a	n/a	59
2007	103	n/a	n/a	49.5
2008	119	6.0	19.8	62.7
2009	113	7.6	16.1	70.5
2010	153	8.0	19.1	76.2
2011	188	9.0	20.8	73.4
2012	205	14.0	14.6	66.8
2013	240	13.0	18.4	67.9
2014	251	11.0	22.8	64.9
2015	258	12.0	21.5	48.1
2016	264	16.0	16.5	71.2
2017	261	15.0	17.4	69
2018	275	17.0	16.1	76
2019	294	18.1	16.2	62.9
2020	277	21.0	13.1	53.1
2021	247	20.0	12.3	55.5
2022	287	19.0	15.1	44.9
2023	292	16.0	18.2	99.7
2024	262	16.0	16.3	72.5

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 Altoona School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$00 (0.0%)	$6,107 (100.0%)	$6,107
2019	$367 (6.1%)	$5,640 (93.9%)	$6,008
2020	$402 (4.9%)	$7,789 (95.1%)	$8,191
2021	$1,364 (14.3%)	$8,157 (85.7%)	$9,520
2022	$1,423 (14.8%)	$8,173 (85.2%)	$9,595
2023	$1,514 (16.7%)	$7,545 (83.3%)	$9,059

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Altoona School

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 1403^rd of 2182 Elementary schools	Ranks 563^rd of 2240 Elementary schools	39.2%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Altoona School)	63	61	2%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Lake)	60	52	8%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	58	53	5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Altoona School)	41	77	36%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Lake)	62	55	7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Florida)	62	58	4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Altoona School)	53	62	9%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Lake)	60	52	8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	58	57	1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Altoona School)	48	72	24%
4th Grade Mathematics (Lake)	61	58	3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	64	61	3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Altoona School)	51	50	1%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Lake)	59	52	7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	56	55	1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Altoona School)	50	50
5th Grade Mathematics (Lake)	57	46	11%
5th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	60	52	8%
5th Grade Science (Altoona School)	44	56	12%
5th Grade Science (Lake)	56	52	4%
5th Grade Science (Florida)	53	51	2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	294	292	0.7%
African American	3	2	33.3%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	20	43	115%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	252	235	6.7%
Two or More Races	19	12	36.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	62.9%	99.7%	36.7%

Schools Near Altoona School

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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 Biology 1 (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 Biology 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Altoona School	Public, Charter	K-5	42630 State Road 19	Altoona	32702	Lake County	Lake	Yes	No	No	Yes	(352) 669-3444	262	16	16.3	72.5%	211 (80.5%)	1 (0.4%)	36 (13.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (5.3%)	70.8	620^th of 2256 public elementary schools	72.5%		72.8	563^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	74.9%	57	65.0	49.0	66.0				76.0	68.0	70.0				57.0						$9,059	$1,514	$7,545
Umatilla Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	401 Lake St	Umatilla	32784	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 669-3181	682	44	15.5	49.9%	492 (72.1%)	36 (5.3%)	124 (18.2%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	28 (4.1%)	46.3	1192^nd of 2256 public elementary schools	47.2%		43	1255^th of 2240 public elementary schools	44.0%	63	45.0	48.0	48.0				48.0	64.0	55.0				53.0						$10,131	$1,476	$8,656
Spring Creek Charter School	Public, Charter	PK, KG-8	44440 Spring Creek Rd	Paisley	32767	Lake County	Lake	Yes	No	No	Yes	(352) 669-3275	620	39	15.8	71.6%	492 (79.4%)	5 (0.8%)	100 (16.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (3.5%)	33.9	1517^th of 2256 public elementary schools	32.8%		35.6	1453^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	35.1%	64	51.0	47.0	24.0	43.0	31.0	42.0	53.0	57.0	38.0	36.0	27.0	65.0	54.0	37.0	85.0			46.0	$10,551	$2,078	$8,473
Eustis Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	714 E Citrus Ave	Eustis	32726	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 357-2779	391	29	13.4	52.2%	139 (35.5%)	109 (27.9%)	115 (29.4%)	4 (1.0%)	2 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (5.6%)	25.6	1750^th of 2256 public elementary schools	22.4%		34.3	1489^th of 2240 public elementary schools	33.5%	261	40.0	33.0	36.0				53.0	47.0	40.0				43.0						$13,665	$2,115	$11,549
Eustis Heights Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	310 W Taylor Ave	Eustis	32726	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 357-2447	700	46	15.2	62.7%	215 (30.7%)	223 (31.9%)	204 (29.1%)	9 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	48 (6.9%)	16.6	1994^th of 2256 public elementary schools	11.6%		26.4	1701^st of 2240 public elementary schools	24.1%	293	33.0	32.0	33.0				41.0	47.0	28.0				33.0						$14,076	$2,247	$11,830
Lake Success Elementary School	Public	1-5	310 W Taylor Ave	Eustis	32726	Lake County	Lake	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(352) 253-6700	4	2	2.0		0 (0.0%)	1 (25.0%)	2 (50.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (25.0%)								(n/a)
Pinecrest Academy Tavares	Public, Charter	K-8	2550 Huffstetler Dr	Tavares	32778	Lake County	Lake	Yes	No	No	No	(352) 508-7610	918	45	20.4	44.7%	398 (43.4%)	135 (14.7%)	284 (30.9%)	50 (5.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	50 (5.4%)	81.9	360^th of 2256 public elementary schools	84.0%		79.5	417^th of 2240 public elementary schools	81.4%	57	80.0	66.0	69.0	71.0	63.0	78.0	75.0	76.0	68.0	81.0	65.0		61.0		57.0	100.0	78.0	84.0	$7,200	$378	$6,822
Seminole Springs Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	26200 W Huff Rd	Eustis	32736	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 589-1117	494	29	17.0	49.6%	336 (68.0%)	9 (1.8%)	117 (23.7%)	5 (1.0%)	6 (1.2%)	1 (0.2%)	20 (4.0%)	46.2	1196^th of 2256 public elementary schools	47.0%		53.3	1013^th of 2240 public elementary schools	54.8%	183	50.0	44.0	42.0				62.0	57.0	48.0				62.0						$11,598	$1,822	$9,777
Triangle Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1707 Eudora Rd	Mount Dora	32757	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 383-6176	728	50	14.5	54.7%	230 (31.6%)	184 (25.3%)	274 (37.6%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (5.1%)	22.3	1837^th of 2256 public elementary schools	18.6%		17.9	1960^th of 2240 public elementary schools	12.5%	123	40.0	33.0	37.0				53.0	42.0	33.0				38.0						$12,083	$2,633	$9,450
Treadway Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	10619 Treadway School Rd	Leesburg	34788	Lake County	Lake	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 742-2291	893	54	16.5	54.5%	507 (56.8%)	126 (14.1%)	173 (19.4%)	4 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	81 (9.1%)	46.9	1177^th of 2256 public elementary schools	47.8%		52.6	1028^th of 2240 public elementary schools	54.1%	149	44.0	53.0	55.0				57.0	59.0	46.0				53.0						$10,250	$1,818	$8,431

Frequently Asked Questions about Altoona School

What district is Altoona School in?

Lake

How many students attend Altoona School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 262 students attended Altoona School.

What is the racial makeup of Altoona School?

Students at Altoona School are 81% White, 14% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races.

Is Altoona School a good school?

Altoona School ranks 620^th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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