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Frostproof Middle/senior High

High School · POLK

1000 PALM AVE N, Frostproof, FL 33843

Enrollment

1,082

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,632 of 3,778

In Frostproof

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#84 of 155

POLK

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Frostproof Middle/senior High

5.3/10

High School in Frostproof · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin JR Elementary School

5.1/10

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Dale R Fair Babson Park Elementary

7.8/10

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About Frostproof Middle/senior High

Frostproof Middle/senior High is a public high school in Frostproof, FL, part of POLK. Frostproof Middle/senior High serves approximately 1,082 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frostproof Middle/senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,632 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Frostproof Middle/senior High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Frostproof Middle/senior High 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.

47% of students at Frostproof Middle/senior High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.6% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,242
Chronic Absenteeism46.5%

Frostproof Middle/senior High — Students at Frostproof Middle/senior High score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.1% (2024 FAST)

Based on 35 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2013
ELA
44%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
35.5%
ELA
30.4%
2024
Math
30.7%
ELA
38.6%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Frostproof Middle/senior High Compares

See how Frostproof Middle/senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in FL
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
23
10 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
10 boys'·13 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1000 PALM AVE N, Frostproof, FL 33843

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frostproof Middle/senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Wales), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROOSEVELT ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Wales), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Frostproof, see our Frostproof schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FROSTPROOF BEN HILL GRIFFIN JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frostproof 0.3 mi 5.1
DALE R FAIR BABSON PARK ELEMENTARY Babson Park 5.0 mi 7.8
BOK ACADEMY Lake Wales 5.7 mi 5.1
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Avon Park 8.7 mi 6.9
WALKER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Avon Park 9.3 mi 7.3
MCLAUGHLIN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales 9.3 mi 4.2
HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales 9.5 mi 8.6
POLK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales 9.9 mi 5.2
ENDTIME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales 10.1 mi 4.8
CANAAN ACADEMY Lake Wales 10.4 mi 6.0
CANDLELIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Wales 10.5 mi 6.4
EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH Lake Wales 10.6 mi 4.0
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park 10.9 mi 8.5
SPOOK HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales 10.8 mi 3.7
AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park 11.1 mi 5.7
VICTORY RIDGE ACADEMY Lake Wales 11.0 mi 4.8
LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Wales 11.1 mi 6.8
ROOSEVELT ACADEMY Lake Wales 11.1 mi 6.5
PARKVIEW PREP ACADEMY Avon Park 11.3 mi 7.0
JANIE HOWARD WILSON SCHOOL Lake Wales 11.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,358

Median Home Value

$107,900

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

11,072

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

53.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frostproof Middle/senior High

What grades does Frostproof Middle/senior High serve?

Frostproof Middle/senior High serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Frostproof Middle/senior High?

Frostproof Middle/senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,082 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frostproof Middle/senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Frostproof Middle/senior High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frostproof Middle/senior High rank in FL?

Frostproof Middle/senior High ranks #2,632 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Frostproof Middle/senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Frostproof Middle/senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Frostproof Middle/senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frostproof Middle/senior High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Frostproof Middle/senior High a charter school?

No, Frostproof Middle/senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frostproof Middle/senior High a Title I school?

No, Frostproof Middle/senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frostproof Middle/senior High?

67.4% of students at Frostproof Middle/senior High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,082
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Polk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

POLK
District Enrollment
111,041
Schools in District
167
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,242
District Rank
#84 of 155

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