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Preparing the Way Academy
Elementary School
303 S VETERANS AVE, Lakeland, FL 33815
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Preparing the Way Academy
Elementary School in Lakeland · grades Kindergarten – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Preparing the Way Academy
Preparing the Way Academy is a private elementary school in Lakeland, FL. Preparing the Way Academy serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Preparing the Way Academy 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.
Preparing the Way Academy 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
BetaHow Preparing the Way Academy compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Preparing the Way Academy (this school) | — |
| POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL | 6.6 |
| POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | — |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 8.5 |
| ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY | 8.2 |
| LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY | 5.9 |
| JESSE KEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL | 8.9 |
| DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY | 8.0 |
| ROCHELLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 8.0 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS | 5.5 |
| PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.5 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE | 8.1 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING | 9.3 |
| NORTH LAKELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF CHOICE | 4.0 |
Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Lakeland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 303 S VETERANS AVE, Lakeland, FL 33815
- Phone
- (863) 808-6242
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in FL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
303 S VETERANS AVE, Lakeland, FL 33815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Preparing the Way Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,445
Median Home Value
$42,700
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
14,457
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Preparing the Way Academy
What grades does Preparing the Way Academy serve?
Preparing the Way Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Preparing the Way Academy?
Preparing the Way Academy has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Preparing the Way Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Preparing the Way Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Preparing the Way Academy a private school?
Yes, Preparing the Way Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Preparing the Way Academy a religious school?
Preparing the Way Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 808-6242
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