Average
#2483 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pace Center for Girls
High School · POLK
213 TYLER AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,483 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#36 of 58
public schools
In district
#80 of 155
POLK
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Pace Center for Girls
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About Pace Center for Girls
Pace Center for Girls is a public high school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Pace Center for Girls serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,483 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Pace Center for Girls 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 Pace Center for Girls 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.
Score Breakdown
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Pace Center for Girls — Students at Pace Center for Girls score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 8.2/10.
How Pace Center for Girls Compares
See how Pace Center for Girls 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
213 TYLER AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace Center for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PATHWAYS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 4.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 2.9/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 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 Pace Center for Girls
What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?
Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?
Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?
The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?
Pace Center for Girls ranks #2,483 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pace Center for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?
Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Pace Center for Girls?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?
No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?
No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?
70.2% of students at Pace Center for Girls 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
- 57
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 688-5596
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #80 of 155
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