Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy's student population of 643 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2219 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
36%
Black
18%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Alfred Polytech Academy's ranking?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is ranked #2219 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Alfred Polytech Academy often compared to?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jewett Middle Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Alfred Polytech Academy?
643 students attend Lake Alfred Polytech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lake Alfred Polytech Academy students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Alfred Polytech Academy?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Alfred Polytech Academy offer ?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Alfred Polytech Academy part of?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is part of Polk School District.
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