LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Charter School 1,586 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lake Wales Senior High School, located in Lake Wales, Florida, is a key institution within the Lake Wales Charter Schools system. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is well-known for its "Highlander" spirit and deep community integration. As a charter school, it operates with a focus on academic rigor, college readiness, and career preparation, aiming to provide a personalized educational experience that bridges the gap between high school and post-secondary success.

The campus offers a diverse array of academic and extracurricular opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment programs with local colleges, and specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways. Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on student development through a vibrant athletics program, various clubs, and leadership organizations. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, parents, and the surrounding community, Lake Wales Senior High strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared for the challenges of the modern workforce and higher education.

1,586

Total Students

66.0

Full-Time Teachers

24.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

69.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	671
Hispanic	523
Black	327
Asian	20
Two or More	41
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	2

White
671 (42.3 %)
Hispanic
523 (33.0 %)
Black
327 (20.6 %)
Two or More
41 (2.6 %)
Asian
20 (1.3 %)
American Indian
2 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	POLK
Phone:	(863)678-4222
Website:	http://lwcharterschools.com/lwhigh
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,586
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	66.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	993
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	102

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 467

Grade 10 460

Grade 11 357

Grade 12 302