Excellent
#2 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 1% of private schools
The Vanguard School
High School
22000 HWY 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#2 of 1,462
In Lake Wales
#1 of 4
public schools
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About The Vanguard School
The Vanguard School is a private high school in Lake Wales, FL. The Vanguard School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Vanguard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What's said publicly about The Vanguard School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, The Vanguard School 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.
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, The Vanguard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Vanguard School 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 The Vanguard School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Wales, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Vanguard School (this school) | 9.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ACADEMY | 6.5 |
| VICTORY RIDGE ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH | 4.0 |
| MCLAUGHLIN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE | 4.2 |
| BOK ACADEMY | 5.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
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
22000 HWY 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Vanguard School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is ROOSEVELT ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DON E WOODS OPPORTUNITY CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Dundee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake Wales, see our Lake Wales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JANIE HOWARD WILSON SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ACADEMY Lake Wales | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| VICTORY RIDGE ACADEMY Lake Wales | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SPOOK HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Wales | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CANAAN ACADEMY Lake Wales | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH Lake Wales | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| CANDLELIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Wales | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ENDTIME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| POLK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MCLAUGHLIN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 4.5 mi | 8.1 |
| GARDEN GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY Dundee | 5.9 mi | 7.8 |
| DON E WOODS OPPORTUNITY CENTER Dundee | 6.4 mi | 6.1 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Dundee | 6.5 mi | 9.0 |
| BOK ACADEMY Lake Wales | 7.6 mi | 5.1 |
| FAMILY LIFE HOMESCHOOL Bartow | 6.9 mi | — |
| WAHNETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33859 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,871
Median Home Value
$200,300
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
10,827
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
50.2
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| BLIND HIGH SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine, FL | 8.3 |
| SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD Homestead, FL | 8.2 |
| SHAAREI BINA TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Hollywood, FL | 8.1 |
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee, FL | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES Doral, FL | 7.7 |
| AMIKIDS MARITIME ACADEMY Panama City, FL | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Vanguard School
What grades does The Vanguard School serve?
The Vanguard School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Vanguard School?
The Vanguard School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Vanguard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Vanguard School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Vanguard School rank in FL?
The Vanguard School ranks #2 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is The Vanguard School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Vanguard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Vanguard School a private school?
Yes, The Vanguard School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Vanguard School a religious school?
No, The Vanguard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 73% M / 27% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 676-6091
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