BILL DUNCAN OPPORTUNITY CENTER
62 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
The Bill Duncan Opportunity Center (BDOC), located in Lakeland, Florida, operates as an alternative education facility within the Polk County Public Schools district. The school is specifically designed to serve students who require a non-traditional learning environment, offering specialized programs that cater to those who may have struggled in a conventional classroom setting or who are seeking a fresh start to achieve their academic goals. By focusing on smaller class sizes and individualized instruction, the center aims to help students overcome barriers to graduation and remain on track for success.
Beyond standard academics, the Bill Duncan Opportunity Center places a significant emphasis on personal growth, behavioral development, and career readiness. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere intended to re-engage students in their education, helping them build the confidence and self-discipline necessary to complete their high school requirements. By providing a structured yet flexible educational path, the center serves as a vital resource for the community, ensuring that students who face unique challenges have an equitable opportunity to earn their diplomas and prepare for life after graduation.
Beyond standard academics, the Bill Duncan Opportunity Center places a significant emphasis on personal growth, behavioral development, and career readiness. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere intended to re-engage students in their education, helping them build the confidence and self-discipline necessary to complete their high school requirements. By providing a structured yet flexible educational path, the center serves as a vital resource for the community, ensuring that students who face unique challenges have an equitable opportunity to earn their diplomas and prepare for life after graduation.
62
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
4.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
122.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 29 |
| Two or More | 4 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black29 (46.8 %)
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White17 (27.4 %)
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Hispanic11 (17.7 %)
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Two or More4 (6.5 %)
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American Indian1 (1.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | POLK |
| Phone: | (863)499-2860 |
| Website: | http://schools.polk-fl.net/bdoc/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 62 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 13.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 4.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 76 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
3
Grade 7
13
Grade 8
16
Grade 9
10
Grade 10
9
Grade 11
3
Grade 12
8
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 3 |
| Grade 7 | 13 |
| Grade 8 | 16 |
| Grade 9 | 10 |
| Grade 10 | 9 |
| Grade 11 | 3 |
| Grade 12 | 8 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 15 | 24.2% |
| Male | 47 | 75.8% |
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