KATHLEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KATHLEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the POLK school district, located in LAKELAND, FL with about 546 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 36 teachers, KATHLEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

KATHLEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located on Sheretz Road in Lakeland, Florida, is a public school serving students within the Polk County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As part of a larger district-wide effort to improve educational outcomes, Kathleen Elementary focuses on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging students to participate in extracurricular activities that promote a well-rounded educational experience.

The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental partnership to ensure that students have the resources necessary for success. With a dedication to preparing young learners for middle school and beyond, the faculty and staff work to create a structured classroom atmosphere that addresses the diverse needs of its student population. Families interested in specific programs, academic performance metrics, or registration information can find detailed resources and updates on the school’s official website at http://schools.polk-fl.net/kathleenel.

For more information, contact KATHLEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (863) 853-6030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.