Becoming Collegiate Academy serves 165 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Becoming Collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Becoming Collegiate Academy's student population of 165 students has grown by 106% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Becoming Collegiate Academy is 0.08, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
37%
Black
96%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
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
How many students attend Becoming Collegiate Academy?
165 students attend Becoming Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Becoming Collegiate Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Becoming Collegiate Academy offer ?
Becoming Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Becoming Collegiate Academy part of?
Becoming Collegiate Academy is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Becoming Collegiate Academy located?
Becoming Collegiate Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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