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How many students were enrolled in FAMU Lab Schools in 2023-24 school year?

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FL Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz Jr. 2023 | Commissioner of Education

FL Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz Jr. 2023 | Commissioner of Education

FAMU Lab Schools had a decrease in student enrollment during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education. Overall, there was a total of 569 students enrolled in the institution in the academic year.

Data reveals that the majority of students welcomed in the 2023-24 school year were African American, representing 93% of the FAMU Lab Schools total enrollment.

Additionally, the largest portion of students in the institution are enrolled in elementary school grades, making up 41.3% of the total enrollment.

FAMU Lab Schools covers one schools within Leon County, with its main office in Tallahassee.

Among the one schools in FAMU Lab Schools, Florida A&m University Developmental Research School recorded the highest enrollment of 569 students in the 2023-24 school year.

Meanwhile, Florida continues to face a teacher shortage in the 2023-24 school year. Despite some improvements, the state reported nearly 4,800 instructional vacancies at the beginning of the year. According to the Florida Department of Education, core subjects such as English, reading, and math among the areas with the highest demand for teachers.

According to the National Education Association (NEA), Florida ranked 50th in the U.S. for teacher pay in the 2022-23 school year, with salaries lower than they were a decade ago when adjusted for inflation.

Governor DeSantis's budget for the 2024-25 school year allocates nearly $38 billion for education, with $1.25 billion dedicated to teachers' salaries and other instructional personnel.

Enrollment in FAMU Lab Schools Over 7 Years
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School Enrollment Breakdown for FAMU Lab Schools in 2023-24 School Year
SchoolTotal Enrollment
Florida A&m University Developmental Research School569

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