Average
#2415 of 3,778 schools in FL
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center
High School · POLK
3333 WINTER LAKE RD, Lakeland, FL 33803
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,415 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#35 of 58
public schools
In district
#76 of 155
POLK
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Bill Duncan Opportunity Center
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About Bill Duncan Opportunity Center
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center is a public high school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Bill Duncan Opportunity Center serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bill Duncan Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,415 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Bill Duncan Opportunity Center show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Bill Duncan Opportunity Center 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.
Test scores at Bill Duncan Opportunity Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Bill Duncan Opportunity Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Bill Duncan Opportunity Center — Students at Bill Duncan Opportunity Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Bill Duncan Opportunity Center Compares
See how Bill Duncan Opportunity Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3333 WINTER LAKE RD, Lakeland, FL 33803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bill Duncan Opportunity Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. POLK STATE COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is POLK STATE LAKELAND GATEWAY TO COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHO (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.6/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,180
Median Home Value
$236,200
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
29,058
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
42.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bill Duncan Opportunity Center
What grades does Bill Duncan Opportunity Center serve?
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Bill Duncan Opportunity Center?
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill Duncan Opportunity Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Bill Duncan Opportunity Center is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bill Duncan Opportunity Center rank in FL?
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center ranks #2,415 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bill Duncan Opportunity Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bill Duncan Opportunity Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bill Duncan Opportunity Center has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bill Duncan Opportunity Center a charter school?
No, Bill Duncan Opportunity Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bill Duncan Opportunity Center a Title I school?
No, Bill Duncan Opportunity Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bill Duncan Opportunity Center?
74.1% of students at Bill Duncan Opportunity Center 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 499-2860
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #76 of 155
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