Average
#2044 of 3,778 schools in FL
Don E Woods Opportunity Center
High School · POLK
213 LAKE AVE E, Dundee, FL 33838
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,044 of 3,778
In Dundee
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#60 of 155
POLK
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Don E Woods Opportunity Center
High School in Dundee · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Don E Woods Opportunity Center
Don E Woods Opportunity Center is a public high school in Dundee, FL, part of POLK. Don E Woods Opportunity Center serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Don E Woods Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,044 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Don E Woods Opportunity Center show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Don E Woods 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 Don E Woods 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Don E Woods 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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Don E Woods Opportunity Center — Students at Don E Woods Opportunity Center score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.5/10.
How Don E Woods Opportunity Center Compares
See how Don E Woods 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
213 LAKE AVE E, Dundee, FL 33838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Don E Woods Opportunity Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE VANGUARD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Wales), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RIDGE TECHNICAL ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dundee, see our Dundee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,514
Median Home Value
$230,100
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
5,431
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Don E Woods Opportunity Center
What grades does Don E Woods Opportunity Center serve?
Don E Woods Opportunity Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Don E Woods Opportunity Center?
Don E Woods Opportunity Center has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Don E Woods Opportunity Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Don E Woods Opportunity Center is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Don E Woods Opportunity Center rank in FL?
Don E Woods Opportunity Center ranks #2,044 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Don E Woods Opportunity Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Don E Woods Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Don E Woods Opportunity Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Don E Woods Opportunity Center has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Don E Woods Opportunity Center a charter school?
No, Don E Woods Opportunity Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Don E Woods Opportunity Center a Title I school?
No, Don E Woods Opportunity Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Don E Woods Opportunity Center?
83.1% of students at Don E Woods 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
- 65
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 421-3325
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #60 of 155
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