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#1294 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Pathways School of Excellence

High School

1000 LONGFELLOW BLVD, Lakeland, FL 33801

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,294 of 1,462

In Lakeland

#17 of 18

public schools

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About Pathways School of Excellence

Pathways School of Excellence is a private high school in Lakeland, FL. Pathways School of Excellence serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pathways School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,294 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.9 pts below FL schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, Pathways School of Excellence 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.

Pathways School of Excellence is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Pathways School of Excellence compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.4:1

This School

20.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

717

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.8

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.7% vs 0%

Black 1.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Pathways School of Excellence Lakeland Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Pathways School of Excellence (this school)	—	52	10.4:1	4.8
FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	133	26.6:1	2.9
POLK GRAD ACADEMY	0.4 mi	20	—:1	—
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER)	0.5 mi	264	11.5:1	5.2
CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.5 mi	865	21.6:1	3.3
MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI	1.3 mi	239	11.9:1	8.5
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	1.3 mi	2,057	19.8:1	5.4
SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY	1.4 mi	1,199	18.4:1	8.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	1.5 mi	57	11.4:1	5.5
DORIS A. SANDERS LEARNING CENTER	2.2 mi	84	6.5:1	4.9
LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE	2.3 mi	108	12:1	8.1
LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.3 mi	30	30:1	7.8
POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY	2.5 mi	39	13:1	6.1
MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL	2.6 mi	610	16.9:1	8.9
LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY	2.6 mi	671	19.7:1	5.9
ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY	2.9 mi	603	16.8:1	4.8
MAYNARD A TRAVISS TECHNICAL ACADEMY	2.9 mi	110	13.8:1	3.1
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.1 mi	745	17.7:1	3.3
BILL DUNCAN OPPORTUNITY CENTER	3.1 mi	85	8.5:1	5.6
POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL	3.3 mi	455	—:1	6.6
POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	3.3 mi	28	—:1	—

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,032

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 24%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.9 / 10

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Enrollment 52

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.5%

Hispanic 7.7%

Black 1.9%

Asian 1.9%

Two or More 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 LONGFELLOW BLVD, Lakeland, FL 33801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pathways School of Excellence may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SANTA FE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	0.4 mi	425	3.1
FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lakeland	0.4 mi	133	2.9
POLK GRAD ACADEMY Lakeland	0.4 mi	20	—
CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland	0.5 mi	865	3.3
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) Lakeland	0.5 mi	264	5.2
LAKELAND INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING, ORG., CORP Lakeland	1.0 mi	64	7.5
GENEVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lakeland	1.1 mi	183	7.0
MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI Lakeland	1.3 mi	239	8.5
SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY Lakeland	1.4 mi	1,199	8.5
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland	1.3 mi	2,057	5.4
PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	1.4 mi	633	2.5
ROBERTS ACADEMY AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE Lakeland	1.4 mi	148	7.6
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Lakeland	1.5 mi	57	5.5
OSCAR J. POPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	1.6 mi	378	6.9
SANTA FE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland	1.7 mi	356	6.7
THE CAPE ACADEMY Cape Coral	1.9 mi	205	7.0
DORIS A. SANDERS LEARNING CENTER Lakeland	2.2 mi	84	4.9
COMBEE ACADEMY OF DESIGN AND ENGINEERING Lakeland	2.3 mi	529	8.3
LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE Lakeland	2.3 mi	108	8.1
LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland	2.3 mi	30	7.8

Neighborhood 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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Fort Walton Beach, FL	43	4.7
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS New Port Richey, FL	51	4.7
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Margate, FL	40	4.9
PACE Gainesville, FL	51	4.9
SCPS CONSEQUENCE UNIT Sanford, FL	33	4.9
ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota, FL	58	4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pathways School of Excellence

What grades does Pathways School of Excellence serve?

Pathways School of Excellence serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pathways School of Excellence?

Pathways School of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathways School of Excellence?

The student-teacher ratio at Pathways School of Excellence is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pathways School of Excellence rank in FL?

Pathways School of Excellence ranks #1,294 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Pathways School of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?

Pathways School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pathways School of Excellence a private school?

Yes, Pathways School of Excellence is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Pathways School of Excellence a religious school?

Pathways School of Excellence has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 46 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 52
Gender Split: 73% M / 27% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Assembly of God
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Polk County
Phone: (863) 667-5423

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