Serving 622 students in grades 6-10, Berkley Accelerated ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkley Accelerated ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Berkley Accelerated's student population of 622 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Motto
Believe in BETTER!
School Rankings
Berkley Accelerated ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkley Accelerated is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#583 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Polk School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkley Accelerated's ranking?
Berkley Accelerated is ranked #583 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Berkley Accelerated often compared to?
Berkley Acceleratedis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Berkley Accelerated?
622 students attend Berkley Accelerated.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Berkley Accelerated students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkley Accelerated?
Berkley Accelerated has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berkley Accelerated offer ?
Berkley Accelerated offers enrollment in grades 6-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkley Accelerated part of?
Berkley Accelerated is part of Polk School District.
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