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Polk Grad Academy
High School · POLK
910 LOWRY AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Enrollment
20
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
20
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Polk Grad Academy
Polk Grad Academy is a public high school in Lakeland, FL, part of the POLK. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades 9th – 12th. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,210, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Polk Grad Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 910 LOWRY AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
- Website
- accelerationacademy.org
- Phone
- (863) 413-2948
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 2 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: N/A.
Location
910 LOWRY AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polk Grad Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SANTA FE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Polk Grad Academy has a median household income of $49,210. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $138,700, with a median rent of $1,100/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polk Grad Academy
What grades does Polk Grad Academy serve?
Polk Grad Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Polk Grad Academy?
Polk Grad Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What are the test scores at Polk Grad Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Polk Grad Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Polk Grad Academy a charter school?
No, Polk Grad Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Polk Grad Academy a Title I school?
No, Polk Grad Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polk Grad Academy?
75.0% of students at Polk Grad Academy 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (575/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 413-2948
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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