POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the POLK school district, located in POLK CITY, FL with about 502 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public institution serving students in Polk City, Florida, and is part of the Polk County Public Schools district. Located on Bougainvillea Avenue, the school is deeply embedded in its local community, focusing on providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged children. As a Title I school, it is committed to fostering academic growth and character development in a supportive environment, often utilizing resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student population.
The school’s mission emphasizes creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. By leveraging the district’s curriculum and community partnerships, Polk City Elementary works to build a strong educational path for its learners, preparing them for the transition to middle school. Parents and community members are frequently encouraged to participate in school events and initiatives, reinforcing the school’s role as a central pillar of the Polk City neighborhood.
For more information, contact POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (863) 965-6338 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
POLK CITY, FL 33868-9222
(863) 965-6338
POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in POLK CITY, FL with about 502 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- POLK
- Total Students:
- 502
- Teachers:
- 31
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 502 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending POLK CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 73.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.7%
- Black or African American
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.