B.e.s.t. 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 was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend B.e.s.t.?
10 students attend B.e.s.t..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of B.e.s.t. students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are White.
What grades does B.e.s.t. offer ?
B.e.s.t. offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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