R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School

R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School serves 954 students in grades PreK through 5th in Lakeland's growing suburban community. With 61 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

Academically, Wagner Elementary earns a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks in the 62nd percentile among Florida elementary schools. The school shows solid performance with 55% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 52% meet proficiency standards in Mathematics. These scores reflect steady academic progress with continued opportunities for growth.

The school draws from a well-established neighborhood where families demonstrate strong commitment to education. The surrounding 33811 zip code area features a median household income of $83,043 and median home values of $260,900, with 31% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The community maintains economic stability with a low poverty rate of just 6.1%.

Wagner Elementary operates as a regular public school within Polk County's educational system, serving families who value accessible, quality elementary education. The school is situated in Lakeland's large suburban setting, where residential neighborhoods provide a stable foundation for student learning and family engagement.