Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, The Port Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Port Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The Port Academy's student population of 21 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Port Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
57%
21%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Port Academy?
The graduation rate of The Port Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend The Port Academy?
21 students attend The Port Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of The Port Academy students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Port Academy?
The Port Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Port Academy offer ?
The Port Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Port Academy part of?
The Port Academy is part of Manatee School District.
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