Below Average
#3178 of 3,778 schools in FL
Hospital Homebound
School · POLK
1909 FLORAL AVE S, Bartow, FL 33830
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
50.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
50.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,178 of 3,778
In Bartow
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#112 of 155
POLK
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Hospital Homebound
School in Bartow · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hospital Homebound
Hospital Homebound is a public school in Bartow, FL, part of POLK. Hospital Homebound serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 50.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hospital Homebound has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,178 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hospital Homebound show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, Hospital Homebound 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 Hospital Homebound 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.
Hospital Homebound runs 50.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Hospital Homebound — Students at Hospital Homebound score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Hospital Homebound Compares
See how Hospital Homebound performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1909 FLORAL AVE S, Bartow, FL 33830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hospital Homebound may also want to explore other schools in the area. JEAN O'DELL LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bartow, see our Bartow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FLORAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bartow | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Bartow | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPASS MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL Bartow | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| JEAN O'DELL LEARNING CENTER Bartow | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bartow | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| FIRST METHODIST SCHOOL INC. Bartow | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| POLK HALFWAY HOUSE Bartow | 1.5 mi | — |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bartow | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| TRANSITION SCHOOL Bartow | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| GAUSE ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP Bartow | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S CENTRAL CENTER Bartow | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFFS REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER Bartow | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| UNION ACADEMY Bartow | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| JAMES E. STEPHENS ACADEMY Bartow | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SPESSARD L HOLLAND ELEMENTARY Bartow | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland City | 6.7 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 6.7 mi | 8.8 |
| GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH Lakeland | 7.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MULBERRY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mulberry | 7.1 mi | 5.0 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BAY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Panama City, FL | 4.5 |
| PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION Clearwater, FL | 4.5 |
| FORT LAUDERDALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 4.4 |
| HIS HOUSE Miami, FL | 4.6 |
| NAZARET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC. Kissimmee, FL | 4.4 |
| THE PHOENIX PROGRAM NAPLES Naples, FL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hospital Homebound
What grades does Hospital Homebound serve?
Hospital Homebound serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Hospital Homebound?
Hospital Homebound has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hospital Homebound?
The student-teacher ratio at Hospital Homebound is 50.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hospital Homebound rank in FL?
Hospital Homebound ranks #3,178 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hospital Homebound's MySchoolScout rating?
Hospital Homebound has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Hospital Homebound?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hospital Homebound has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hospital Homebound a charter school?
No, Hospital Homebound is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hospital Homebound a Title I school?
No, Hospital Homebound is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hospital Homebound?
2.0% of students at Hospital Homebound 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
- 151
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 50.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.3%
- Phone
- (863) 665-4538
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #112 of 155
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