Edward W Bok Academy North

401 N 4th Street
Lake Wales, FL 33853
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 670 students in grades 6-8, Edward W Bok Academy North ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 670 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Edward W Bok Academy North's student population of 670 students has grown by 231% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 220% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Edward W Bok Academy North ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward W Bok Academy North is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1655 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
50%
52%
53%
52%
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Edward W Bok Academy North's ranking?
Edward W Bok Academy North is ranked #1655 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edward W Bok Academy North?
670 students attend Edward W Bok Academy North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Edward W Bok Academy North students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward W Bok Academy North?
Edward W Bok Academy North has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edward W Bok Academy North offer ?
Edward W Bok Academy North offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward W Bok Academy North part of?
Edward W Bok Academy North is part of Polk School District.

School Reviews

Review Edward W Bok Academy North. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.
What Parents Need to Know About Lunch Shaming
What Parents Need to Know About Lunch Shaming
Students all over the nation go hungry every day not because their schools don’t offer lunch, but because they refuse them to children with outstanding debts. Read on to learn about the horror that is lunch shaming and what can be done about it.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 670 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Quick Links