Serving 1,200 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Mckeel Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mckeel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Mckeel Academy's student population of 1,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,200 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Mckeel Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mckeel Academy is 0.59, 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
#356 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mckeel Academy's ranking?
South Mckeel Academy is ranked #356 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Mckeel Academy often compared to?
South Mckeel Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Valleyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Mckeel Academy?
1,200 students attend South Mckeel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Mckeel Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Mckeel Academy?
South Mckeel Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Mckeel Academy offer ?
South Mckeel Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Mckeel Academy part of?
South Mckeel Academy is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is South Mckeel Academy located?
South Mckeel Academy is located in the Lake Bentley neighborhood of Lakeland, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Bentley.
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