WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING

WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the POLK school district, located in LAKELAND, FL with about 551 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 33 teachers, WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING 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.

WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING, located in Lakeland, Florida, is a specialized magnet school within the Polk County Public Schools district. The academy distinguishes itself through a rigorous curriculum that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) principles into daily instruction. By fostering a hands-on learning environment, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem-solving skills, preparing students to excel in a technology-driven world.

Beyond its core engineering focus, Winston Academy places a strong emphasis on project-based learning and innovation. Students are encouraged to explore real-world challenges through research and design, often utilizing dedicated laboratory spaces and advanced educational tools. With a mission to empower the next generation of engineers and thinkers, the academy maintains a supportive community atmosphere that connects academic excellence with practical, career-ready experiences.

For more information, contact WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING at (863) 499-2890 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3415 SWINDELL RD
LAKELAND, FL 33810-2974
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WINSTON ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING is a public Title I school in LAKELAND, FL with about 551 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
POLK
Total Students:
551
Teachers:
33
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 551 students

White
31.8%
Black or African American
31.8%
Hispanic/Latino
29.2%
Asian
3.8%
Two or more races
2.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.