Below Average
#2999 of 3,778 schools in FL
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
Elementary School · POLK
510 HARTSELL AVE, Lakeland, FL 33815
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,999 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#43 of 58
public schools
In district
#106 of 155
POLK
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Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
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About Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is a public elementary school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Rosabelle W.
Blake Academy serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosabelle W. Blake Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,999 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Rosabelle W. Blake Academy show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy 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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Rosabelle W. Blake Academy — Students at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 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: 4.3/10.
How Rosabelle W. Blake Academy Compares
See how Rosabelle W. Blake Academy 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
510 HARTSELL AVE, Lakeland, FL 33815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rosabelle W. Blake Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 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 Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
What grades does Rosabelle W. Blake Academy serve?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rosabelle W. Blake Academy?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rosabelle W. Blake Academy rank in FL?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy ranks #2,999 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Rosabelle W. Blake Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy 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.
What are the test scores at Rosabelle W. Blake Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosabelle W. Blake Academy has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rosabelle W. Blake Academy a charter school?
No, Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rosabelle W. Blake Academy a Title I school?
No, Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosabelle W. Blake Academy?
73.8% of students at Rosabelle W. Blake 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 603
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (863) 499-2870
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #106 of 155
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