Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Polk Avenue Elementary School 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Polk Avenue Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Lake Wales, FL, covering an area of approximately 89.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 24.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polk Avenue Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polk Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polk Avenue Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3184 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
38%
Black
21%
21%
White
27%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Polk Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3184 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Polk Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Polk Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Spook Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Polk Avenue Elementary School?
523 students attend Polk Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Polk Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polk Avenue Elementary School?
Polk Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Polk Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Polk Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polk Avenue Elementary School part of?
Polk Avenue Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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