Needs Improvement
#3737 of 3,778 schools in FL
Fresh Start Community School
High School · POLK
910 LOWRY AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 56 schools in Lakeland. Learn more
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,737 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#57 of 58
public schools
In district
#152 of 155
POLK
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About Fresh Start Community School
Fresh Start Community School is a public high school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Fresh Start Community School serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fresh Start Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,737 of 3,778 schools in FL.
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Fresh Start Community School 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.
Fresh Start Community School runs 26.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
92% of students at Fresh Start Community School 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.7%
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 Fresh Start Community School Compares
See how Fresh Start Community School 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
910 LOWRY AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fresh Start Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SANTA FE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 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 Fresh Start Community School
What grades does Fresh Start Community School serve?
Fresh Start Community School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Fresh Start Community School?
Fresh Start Community School has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fresh Start Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fresh Start Community School is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fresh Start Community School rank in FL?
Fresh Start Community School ranks #3,737 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fresh Start Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fresh Start Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fresh Start Community School a charter school?
No, Fresh Start Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fresh Start Community School a Title I school?
No, Fresh Start Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fresh Start Community School?
67.7% of students at Fresh Start Community School 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 91.7%
- Phone
- (863) 419-3486
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #152 of 155
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