Needs Improvement
#3620 of 3,778 schools in FL
Transition School
High School · POLK
1860 GIBBONS ST E, Bartow, FL 33830
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 14 schools in Bartow. Learn more
Enrollment
41
Score
3.5
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Score
3.5
Grades
12th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,620 of 3,778
In Bartow
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#139 of 155
POLK
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Transition School
High School in Bartow · grades 12th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Transition School
Transition School is a public high school in Bartow, FL, part of POLK. Transition School serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 12th-12th. Transition School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,620 of 3,778 schools in FL.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Transition 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Transition School Compares
See how Transition School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1860 GIBBONS ST E, Bartow, FL 33830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Transition School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GAUSE ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S CENTRAL CENTER (rated 4.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bartow, see our Bartow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S CENTRAL CENTER Bartow | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFFS REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER Bartow | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| POLK HALFWAY HOUSE Bartow | 0.5 mi | — |
| UNION ACADEMY Bartow | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Bartow | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPASS MIDDLE CHARTER SCHOOL Bartow | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bartow | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| FIRST METHODIST SCHOOL INC. Bartow | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| JEAN O'DELL LEARNING CENTER Bartow | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| FLORAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bartow | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Bartow | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GAUSE ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP Bartow | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bartow | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| JAMES E. STEPHENS ACADEMY Bartow | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SPESSARD L HOLLAND ELEMENTARY Bartow | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland City | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eagle Lake | 7.0 mi | 4.4 |
| FAMILY LIFE HOMESCHOOL Bartow | 6.7 mi | — |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 7.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,636
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
32,738
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| POLK COUNTY SHERIFFS REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER Bartow, FL | 3.5 |
| ESCAMBIA JUVENILE DETENTION Pensacola, FL | 3.3 |
| OKALOOSA YOUTH ACADEMY Crestview, FL | 3.3 |
| ALTA CAREER ACADEMY Miami, FL | 3.8 |
| ALTA CAREER ACADEMY Miami, FL | 3.8 |
| SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER-804 Miami, FL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Transition School
What grades does Transition School serve?
Transition School serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Transition School?
Transition School has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
How does Transition School rank in FL?
Transition School ranks #3,620 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Transition School's MySchoolScout rating?
Transition School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Transition School a charter school?
No, Transition School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Transition School a Title I school?
No, Transition School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Transition School?
31.7% of students at Transition School 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
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 519-8169
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #139 of 155
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