Below Average
#2924 of 3,778 schools in FL
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
School · POLK
1201 ENCHANTED DR, Lakeland, FL 33801
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,924 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#40 of 58
public schools
In district
#102 of 155
POLK
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About Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center is a public school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Doris A.
Sanders Learning Center serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Doris A. Sanders Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,924 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Doris A. Sanders Learning Center show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Doris A. Sanders Learning 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.
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Doris A. Sanders Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
75% of students at Doris A. Sanders Learning Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Doris A. Sanders Learning Center — Students at Doris A. Sanders Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.7/10.
How Doris A. Sanders Learning Center Compares
See how Doris A. Sanders Learning 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
1201 ENCHANTED DR, Lakeland, FL 33801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doris A. Sanders Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAKELAND INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING, ORG., CORP (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GENEVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) (rated 5.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,210
Median Home Value
$138,700
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
33,460
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
What grades does Doris A. Sanders Learning Center serve?
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Doris A. Sanders Learning Center?
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doris A. Sanders Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Doris A. Sanders Learning Center is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Doris A. Sanders Learning Center rank in FL?
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center ranks #2,924 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Doris A. Sanders Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Doris A. Sanders Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Doris A. Sanders Learning Center has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Doris A. Sanders Learning Center a charter school?
No, Doris A. Sanders Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Doris A. Sanders Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Doris A. Sanders Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Doris A. Sanders Learning Center?
64.3% of students at Doris A. Sanders Learning 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.0%
- Phone
- (863) 499-2980
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #102 of 155
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