Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rosabelle W. Blake Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy's student population of 603 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosabelle W. Blake 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 Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is 0.69, 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
#2619 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
42%
21%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
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 Rosabelle W. Blake Academy's ranking?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is ranked #2619 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rosabelle W. Blake Academy often compared to?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton Chiles Middle Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rosabelle W. Blake Academy?
603 students attend Rosabelle W. Blake Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rosabelle W. Blake Academy students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosabelle W. Blake Academy?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rosabelle W. Blake Academy offer ?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosabelle W. Blake Academy part of?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosabelle W. Blake Academy located?
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
School Reviews
5 12/21/2020
Blake academy has been such a great school for me in the past few years. I have been there since pre-k and I Am now in 6th grade. Blake is very helpful with all of their programs and clubs. They have different things people can do to help them reach goals. They also have free tutoring, which is very helpful to parents and students. Their staff is also amazing and very helpful. Their music program is also great. I am in orchestra and I have been for the past 3 years now and I have never had a problem. So overall I would rate blake very high.
5 8/20/2012
Blake academy believes in giving kids independence to think for themselves, to work out their problems, and to give kids leadership roles. The great thing about Blake Academy is that the students build such great relationships with the excellent teaching staff and administration, that you will see those students returning again and again to visit their old teachers and to give back to Blake by volunteering themselves. Students learn how to be a part of a community.
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