Elementary Schools in Polk


Summary:

The data set provided contains information on 88 elementary schools located in Polk, Florida, serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. The schools in this region exhibit a wide range of performance, demographics, and resources, offering a comprehensive view of the elementary education landscape.

Several schools stand out as top performers, including Valleyview Elementary School, Berkley Elementary School, Lincoln Avenue Academy, Frank E. Brigham Academy, and Magnolia Montessori Academy. These schools consistently rank among the top 2% to 10% of elementary schools in Florida, with exceptional test scores and relatively low percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

The data also reveals significant disparities in resources and outcomes across the schools in the district. While some schools excel, others struggle with lower test scores, higher chronic absenteeism rates, and higher percentages of students from low-income backgrounds. The wide range in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios suggests that addressing these resource disparities could be a key priority for improving educational outcomes for all students in the Polk district.

District Detail

 1915 S Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830-7124

 (863) 534-0500

SchoolDigger Rank:
61st of 67 Florida districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 116,440

Primary Schools: 89
Middle Schools: 25
High Schools: 35
Alternative Schools: 12
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Florida Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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