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Big Pine Academy

Summary:

Big Pine Academy is a public charter elementary school located in Big Pine Key, Florida, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 101 students. The school is part of the Monroe School District, which is ranked 21st out of 68 districts in Florida and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Big Pine Academy consistently outperforms the Monroe district and the state of Florida in academic assessments, with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math compared to nearby schools like Stanley Switlik Elementary School. The school also has a more racially diverse student population, with a lower percentage of Hispanic students and a higher percentage of White students compared to the nearby Sugarloaf School. Additionally, Big Pine Academy has seen a decrease in chronic absenteeism over the past few years, though it is still higher than the state average.

Big Pine Academy's higher per-student spending compared to the state average and nearby schools suggests a focus on providing adequate resources and support for student learning. The school's consistent academic performance, racial diversity, and improving attendance rates are all positive indicators of its success in serving the local community. Continued efforts to address chronic absenteeism and ensure equitable resource allocation could further enhance the school's impact.


Detail:

Public, Charter PK, KG-5

 30220 Overseas Hwy
       Big Pine Key, FL  33043

(305) 872-1266

District: Monroe

SchoolDigger Rank:
505th of 2,256 Florida Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,646 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  14.4 Help
Number of students:  101

Racial breakdown:

White:
71.3%
Hispanic:
25.7%
African American:
2.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  33.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Big Pine Academy ranks better than 77.6% of elementary schools in Florida. It also ranks first among 11 ranked elementary schools in the Monroe School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 75.98. (See more...)
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Compare Details Big Pine Academy is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2014 the calculated Average Standard Score was 50.96. (See more...)
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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
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (71.3%), Hispanic (25.7%), African American (2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 33.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Big Pine Academy is 14.4, which is the 6th best among 11 elementary schools in the Monroe School District. (See more...)
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Compare Big Pine Academy employs 7 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Big Pine Academy is $14,646. 10 elementary schools in the Monroe School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Big Pine Academy was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Monroe:

SchoolDigger ranks Monroe 21st of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Big Pine Academy

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 84.12 222nd 1789 87.6%
2009 93.16 41st 1847 97.8%
2010 87.88 150th 1919 92.2%
2011 85.47 213th 1985 89.3%
2012 68.83 603rd 1984 69.6%
2013 74.04 475th 2029 76.6%
2014 81.45 342nd 2064 83.4%
2016 89.29 164th 2087 92.1%
2017 86.22 240th 2112 88.6%
2018 85.62 267th 2118 87.4%
2019 85.83 272nd 2182 87.5%
2021 70.21 644th 2247 71.3%
2022 66.15 714th 2219 67.8%
2023 73.86 532nd 2240 76.3%
2024 75.98 505th 2256 77.6%
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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Big Pine Academy

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2012 51.76 448th 897 50.1%
2014 50.96 489th 999 51.1%
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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Enrollment information for Big Pine Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 23 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 25
2003 23 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 25
2004 24 1 1 0 1 n/a n/a 0 27
2005 54 0 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 56
2006 73 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 73
2007 77 0 0 4 0 n/a n/a 1 82
2008 94 2 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 105
2009 113 2 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 126
2010 116 2 2 12 0 n/a n/a 0 132
2011 134 2 2 14 0 0 0 0 152
2012 166 2 3 22 0 0 2 0 195
2013 155 0 4 26 0 0 3 0 188
2014 152 1 4 26 0 0 4 0 187
2015 138 3 3 28 2 0 3 0 177
2016 111 1 1 17 0 0 3 0 133
2017 109 1 1 18 0 0 4 0 133
2018 69 1 0 4 0 0 4 0 78
2019 67 1 0 17 0 0 3 0 88
2020 72 3 0 16 0 0 6 0 97
2021 60 4 0 25 0 0 4 0 93
2022 65 3 0 29 0 0 1 0 98
2023 72 2 0 26 0 0 1 0 101

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 Big Pine Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 25 3.0 8.3 28
2003 25 3.0 8.3 28
2004 27 3.0 9.0 48.1
2005 56 5.0 11.2 51.8
2006 73 5.0 14.6 39.7
2007 82 4.0 20.5 25.9
2008 105 8.0 13.1 22.9
2009 126 9.4 14.0 19
2010 132 12.0 11.0 59.8
2011 152 13.0 11.6 50
2012 195 20.0 9.7 25.6
2013 188 15.0 12.5 27.1
2014 187 14.0 13.3 34.2
2015 177 14.0 12.6 39
2016 133 15.0 8.8 44.4
2017 133 15.0 8.8 37.6
2018 78 n/a n/a 60.3
2019 88 7.0 12.5 44.3
2020 97 6.0 16.1 29.9
2021 93 9.0 10.3 20.4
2022 98 7.0 14.0 8.2
2023 101 7.0 14.4 33.7

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 Big Pine Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 25 3.0 8.3 28
2003 25 3.0 8.3 28
2004 27 3.0 9.0 48.1
2005 56 5.0 11.2 51.8
2006 73 5.0 14.6 39.7
2007 82 4.0 20.5 25.9
2008 105 8.0 13.1 22.9
2009 126 9.4 14.0 19
2010 132 12.0 11.0 59.8
2011 152 13.0 11.6 50
2012 195 20.0 9.7 25.6
2013 188 15.0 12.5 27.1
2014 187 14.0 13.3 34.2
2015 177 14.0 12.6 39
2016 133 15.0 8.8 44.4
2017 133 15.0 8.8 37.6
2018 78 n/a n/a 60.3
2019 88 7.0 12.5 44.3
2020 97 6.0 16.1 29.9
2021 93 9.0 10.3 20.4
2022 98 7.0 14.0 8.2
2023 101 7.0 14.4 33.7

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 Big Pine Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018 $00 (0.0%) $14,385 (100.0%) $14,385
2019 $00 (0.0%) $13,588 (100.0%) $13,588
2020 $00 (0.0%) $11,932 (100.0%) $11,932
2021 $605 (4.4%) $13,273 (95.6%) $13,878
2022 $1,313 (11.1%) $10,519 (88.9%) $11,832
2023 $338 (2.3%) $14,308 (97.7%) $14,646

Data source: Florida Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Big Pine Academy

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 272nd of 2182 Elementary schoolsRanks 532nd of 2240 Elementary schools
 11.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Big Pine Academy)8687
 1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Monroe)7052
 18%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5853
 5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Big Pine Academy)9557
 38%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Monroe)6253
 9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Florida)6258
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Big Pine Academy)6050
 10%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Monroe)6051
 9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Florida)6461
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students88101
 14.8%
African American12
 100%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic1726
 52.9%
Pacific Islander00
White6772
 7.5%
Two or More Races31
 66.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients44.3%33.7%
 10.7%

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In the 2022-23 school year, 101 students attended Big Pine Academy.

Big Pine Academy ranks 505th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Big Pine Academy are 71% White, 26% Hispanic, 2% African American.


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