Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Belmont Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Belmont Academy's student population of 823 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence for all students, through visionary leadership, empowered teachers, and involved parents.
School Rankings
Belmont Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Academy is 0.37, 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
#301 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
79%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Academy's ranking?
Belmont Academy is ranked #301 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmont Academy?
The graduation rate of Belmont Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belmont Academy?
823 students attend Belmont Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Belmont Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont Academy?
Belmont Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belmont Academy offer ?
Belmont Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Academy part of?
Belmont Academy is part of Columbia School District.
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