DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY

DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the POLK school district, located in DUNDEE, FL with about 758 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 41 teachers, DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY, located in Dundee, Florida, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Polk County Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that focuses on preparing students for high school success while fostering personal development. Their curriculum typically includes core subjects such as English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside a variety of elective options designed to engage students’ diverse interests and talents.

The academy emphasizes a supportive school culture that encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities, sports, and community engagement. By leveraging its resources and staff, DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY aims to create a safe, inclusive learning space that promotes critical thinking and student achievement. For families seeking specific information regarding school policies, calendar updates, or academic programs, the school maintains an official presence through the Polk County Public Schools website.

For more information, contact DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY at (863) 419-3088 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5555 LAKE TRASK RD
DUNDEE, FL 33838-4703
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DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY is a public Title I school in DUNDEE, FL with about 758 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
POLK
Total Students:
758
Teachers:
41
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
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 758 students

Hispanic/Latino
52.4%
White
25.5%
Black or African American
17.9%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

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.