Serving 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bodwell Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bodwell Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Bodwell Academy's student population of 49 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Bodwell Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bodwell Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1861 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Hispanic
33%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
31%
34%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bodwell Academy's ranking?
Bodwell Academy is ranked #1861 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bodwell Academy?
49 students attend Bodwell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Bodwell Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bodwell Academy?
Bodwell Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bodwell Academy offer ?
Bodwell Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bodwell Academy part of?
Bodwell Academy is part of Palm Beach School District.
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