Average
#1825 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
Gause Academy of Leadership
High School · POLK
1395 POLK ST W, Bartow, FL 33830
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,825 of 3,778
In Bartow
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#49 of 155
POLK
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Gause Academy of Leadership
Gause Academy of Leadership is a public high school in Bartow, FL, part of POLK. Gause Academy of Leadership serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gause Academy of Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,825 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gause Academy of Leadership show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Gause Academy of Leadership 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 Gause Academy of Leadership 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Gause Academy of Leadership 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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Gause Academy of Leadership — Students at Gause Academy of Leadership score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 9.2/10.
How Gause Academy of Leadership Compares
See how Gause Academy of Leadership performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1395 POLK ST W, Bartow, FL 33830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gause Academy of Leadership may also want to explore other high schools in the area. POLK STATE COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lakeland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Lakeland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bartow, see our Bartow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bartow | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| JAMES E. STEPHENS ACADEMY Bartow | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST METHODIST SCHOOL INC. Bartow | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| JEAN O'DELL LEARNING CENTER Bartow | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bartow | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| FLORAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bartow | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Bartow | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPASS MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL Bartow | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Bartow | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| TRANSITION SCHOOL Bartow | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| UNION ACADEMY Bartow | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| POLK HALFWAY HOUSE Bartow | 2.5 mi | — |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S CENTRAL CENTER Bartow | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFFS REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER Bartow | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| SPESSARD L HOLLAND ELEMENTARY Bartow | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland City | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 4.9 mi | 8.8 |
| GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH Lakeland | 5.5 mi | 5.6 |
| POLK STATE COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland | 6.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,636
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
32,738
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.2
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| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
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| PACE PROGRAM Pensacola, FL | 6.5 |
| SOUTH AREA SECONDARY INTENSIVE TRANSITION PROGRAM Boynton Beach, FL | 6.5 |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING ACADEMY Miami, FL | 6.3 |
| DR. MARVIN DUNN ACADEMY FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATION. El Portal, FL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gause Academy of Leadership
What grades does Gause Academy of Leadership serve?
Gause Academy of Leadership serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Gause Academy of Leadership?
Gause Academy of Leadership has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gause Academy of Leadership?
The student-teacher ratio at Gause Academy of Leadership is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gause Academy of Leadership rank in FL?
Gause Academy of Leadership ranks #1,825 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gause Academy of Leadership's MySchoolScout rating?
Gause Academy of Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Gause Academy of Leadership?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gause Academy of Leadership has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gause Academy of Leadership a charter school?
No, Gause Academy of Leadership is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gause Academy of Leadership a Title I school?
No, Gause Academy of Leadership is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gause Academy of Leadership?
89.0% of students at Gause Academy of Leadership 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
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 534-7425
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #49 of 155
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