Serving 39 students in grades 9-10, Polk Pre-collegiate Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 9-10
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy's student population of 39 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polk Pre-collegiate Academy is 0.63, 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
#533 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
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 Polk Pre-collegiate Academy's ranking?
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy is ranked #533 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Polk Pre-collegiate Academy often compared to?
Polk Pre-collegiate Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mckeel Academy Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Polk Pre-collegiate Academy?
39 students attend Polk Pre-collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Polk Pre-collegiate Academy students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polk Pre-collegiate Academy?
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Polk Pre-collegiate Academy offer ?
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polk Pre-collegiate Academy part of?
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy is part of Polk School District.
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