CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL

CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the POLK school district, located in WINTER HAVEN, FL with about 305 students offering grade levels from 11th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 14 teachers, CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH School (COL), located on the campus of Polk State College in Winter Haven, Florida, is a specialized public charter school designed for students in grades 11 and 12. It offers a unique "dual enrollment" educational model, allowing students to earn their high school diploma simultaneously with an Associate in Arts degree from Polk State College. Because the school is tuition-free and covers the cost of college textbooks, it provides a significant financial advantage to families while preparing students for the rigors of higher education.

The school is structured to foster an environment of academic independence and maturity. By integrating high school coursework with college-level classes, students are fully immersed in a collegiate atmosphere, which helps bridge the transition from secondary education to university life. With its focus on rigorous academics, professional development, and college readiness, CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH is ideal for highly motivated students who are looking to get a head start on their post-secondary goals in a supportive, focused, and scholarly environment.

For more information, contact CHAIN OF LAKES COLLEGIATE HIGH at (863) 298-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.