Very Good
#439 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 30% of private schools
Wonderhere Academy
Middle School
802 E EDGEWOOD DR, Lakeland, FL 33803
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#439 of 1,462
In Lakeland
#9 of 18
public schools
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About Wonderhere Academy
Wonderhere Academy is a private middle school in Lakeland, FL. Wonderhere Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wonderhere Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #439 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Wonderhere 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Wonderhere Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wonderhere 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 Wonderhere Academy compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wonderhere Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI | 8.5 |
| PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.5 |
| SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY | 8.5 |
| ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS | 5.5 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 8.5 |
| POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL | 6.6 |
| POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | — |
| LAKELAND HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY | 5.9 |
| MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL | 8.9 |
| HIGHLANDS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) | 5.2 |
| OSCAR J. POPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
Showing 20 of 48 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.
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
802 E EDGEWOOD DR, Lakeland, FL 33803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wonderhere Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROBERTS ACADEMY AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| THE CYGNET SCHOOL Lakeland | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| GENEVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lakeland | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ROBERTS ACADEMY AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE Lakeland | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKELAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI Lakeland | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY Lakeland | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Lakeland | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Lakeland | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY Lakeland | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| PARKWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeland | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lakeland | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Lakeland | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,180
Median Home Value
$236,200
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
29,058
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
42.3
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| THE PIONEER SCHOOL St. Augustine, FL | 7.1 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS - NAPLES Naples, FL | 7.4 |
| THE ACADEMY AT OCEAN REEF Key Largo, FL | 7.6 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wonderhere Academy
What grades does Wonderhere Academy serve?
Wonderhere Academy serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Wonderhere Academy?
Wonderhere Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wonderhere Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wonderhere Academy is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wonderhere Academy rank in FL?
Wonderhere Academy ranks #439 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Wonderhere Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wonderhere Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wonderhere Academy a private school?
Yes, Wonderhere Academy 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 Wonderhere Academy a religious school?
No, Wonderhere Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (863) 698-7782
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