McKeel Academy of Technology is a junior and senior high school of over 1,000 students located in Lakeland, Florida, United States. It is located approximately a half mile southeast of Kathleen High School and cannot be viewed from any major road.
Serving 1,722 students in grades 7-12, Mckeel Academy Of Technology ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckeel Academy Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mckeel Academy Of Technology's student population of 1,722 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckeel Academy Of Technology ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckeel Academy Of Technology is 0.53, 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
#424 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckeel Academy Of Technology's ranking?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology is ranked #424 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mckeel Academy Of Technology often compared to?
Mckeel Academy Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Polk Pre-collegiate Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckeel Academy Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Mckeel Academy Of Technology is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mckeel Academy Of Technology?
1,722 students attend Mckeel Academy Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mckeel Academy Of Technology students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckeel Academy Of Technology?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckeel Academy Of Technology offer ?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckeel Academy Of Technology part of?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology is part of Polk School District.
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