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#2701 of 3,778 schools in FL
Polk Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
110 POLK AVE E, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,701 of 3,778
In Lake Wales
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#88 of 155
POLK
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Polk Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School in Lake Wales · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Polk Avenue Elementary School
Polk Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Wales, FL, part of POLK. Polk Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Polk Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,701 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Polk Avenue Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Polk Avenue Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
32% of students at Polk Avenue Elementary School 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
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Polk Avenue Elementary School — Students at Polk Avenue Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.5/10.
How Polk Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Polk Avenue Elementary School 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
110 POLK AVE E, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polk Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DUNDEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Dundee), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Alturas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Wales, see our Lake Wales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ENDTIME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MCLAUGHLIN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| CANDLELIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Wales | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CANAAN ACADEMY Lake Wales | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH Lake Wales | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| SPOOK HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| ROOSEVELT ACADEMY Lake Wales | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| VICTORY RIDGE ACADEMY Lake Wales | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| JANIE HOWARD WILSON SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| THE VANGUARD SCHOOL Lake Wales | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| BOK ACADEMY Lake Wales | 5.0 mi | 5.1 |
| DALE R FAIR BABSON PARK ELEMENTARY Babson Park | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 6.9 mi | 8.1 |
| GARDEN GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 7.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY Dundee | 8.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alturas | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| DON E WOODS OPPORTUNITY CENTER Dundee | 9.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Dundee | 9.2 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,938
Median Home Value
$198,100
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
12,385
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
37.3
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| BELLEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview, FL | 5.2 |
| BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 5.2 |
| CHESTER W. TAYLOR JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zephyrhills, FL | 5.2 |
| CUTLER RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cutler Bay, FL | 5.2 |
| DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ELEMENTARY Riviera Beach, FL | 5.2 |
| DUNNELLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dunnellon, FL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polk Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Polk Avenue Elementary School serve?
Polk Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Polk Avenue Elementary School?
Polk Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polk Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Polk Avenue Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Polk Avenue Elementary School rank in FL?
Polk Avenue Elementary School ranks #2,701 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Polk Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Polk Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Polk Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Polk Avenue Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Polk Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
Yes, Polk Avenue Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Polk Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Polk Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polk Avenue Elementary School?
73.6% of students at Polk Avenue Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (863) 678-4244
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #88 of 155
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