Foundation School serves 90 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 61% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Foundation School?
90 students attend Foundation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Foundation School students are Black, 39% of students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foundation School?
Foundation School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Foundation School offer ?
Foundation School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Foundation School part of?
Foundation School is part of Polk School District.
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