What types of schools are available in Lake Wales, Florida?

Lake Wales, Florida offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Lake Wales, Florida

Q: How many schools are in Lake Wales, Florida?

There are 10 schools in Lake Wales, Florida, serving 6,547 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Lake Wales?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Lake Wales, Florida, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 10 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

6,547

Total Students

Across Lake Wales

17.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

10 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,597 students at Lake Wales Senior High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence

publichighGrade 6-11

800 4Th St S, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Hillcrest Elementary School

charter schoolelementaryPK-5

1051 State Road 60 E, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Polk Avenue Elementary School

charter schoolelementaryPK-5

110 Polk Ave E, Lake Wales, FL 33853

115 E St, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Janie Howard Wilson School

charter schoolelementaryPK-5

306 Florida Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Spook Hill Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

321 Dr Ja Wiltshire Ave E, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Lake Wales Senior High School

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

1 Highlander Way, Lake Wales, FL 33853

charter schoolmiddleGrade 6-8

13895 Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859

Victory Ridge Academy

charter schoolhighPK-12

501 Burns Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Edward W Bok Academy North

charter schoolmiddleGrade 6-8

401 N 4Th St, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Detailed Overview of Schools in Lake Wales

Lake Wales, Florida is home to 10 schools serving over 6,547 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Lake Wales, Florida?

There are 10 schools in Lake Wales, serving 6,547 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Lake Wales?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Lake Wales include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Lake Wales?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Lake Wales is 17.3:1.

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