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#2279 of 3,778 schools in FL
Achievement Academy
School · POLK
716 BELLA VISTA ST E, Lakeland, FL 33805
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 56 schools in Lakeland. Learn more
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,279 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#31 of 58
public schools
In district
#69 of 155
POLK
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Achievement Academy
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About Achievement Academy
Achievement Academy is a public school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Achievement Academy serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,279 of 3,778 schools in FL.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Achievement Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Achievement Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Achievement Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Achievement Academy Compares
See how Achievement Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
716 BELLA VISTA ST E, Lakeland, FL 33805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Achievement Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF LAKELAND (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,565
Median Home Value
$173,800
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
27,391
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
36.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Achievement Academy
What grades does Achievement Academy serve?
Achievement Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Achievement Academy?
Achievement Academy has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Achievement Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Achievement Academy is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Achievement Academy rank in FL?
Achievement Academy ranks #2,279 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Achievement Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Achievement Academy a charter school?
Yes, Achievement Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Achievement Academy a Title I school?
No, Achievement Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Achievement Academy?
57.3% of students at Achievement Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 683-6504
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #69 of 155
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