Transition School serves 41 students in grades 12.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Transition School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Transition School's student population of 41 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Brighter and Healthier Lives
School Rankings
The diversity score of Transition School is 0.66, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
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
How many students attend Transition School?
41 students attend Transition School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Transition School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Transition School offer ?
Transition School offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Transition School part of?
Transition School is part of Polk School District.
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