Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy's student population of 767 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Alfred Polytech Academy's ranking?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is ranked #2047 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Alfred Polytech Academy often compared to?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jewett Middle Academy Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Alfred Polytech Academy?
767 students attend Lake Alfred Polytech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lake Alfred Polytech Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Alfred Polytech Academy?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Alfred Polytech Academy offer ?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Alfred Polytech Academy part of?
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is part of Polk School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
FALL BREAK � STUDENT, Teacher and Paraeducator (Paid 11/27 and 11/28)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK WEEK � NO SCHOOL
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS � STUDENT EARLY DISMISSAL
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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