DANIEL JENKINS ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL
DANIEL JENKINS ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the POLK school district, located in HAINES CITY, FL with about 508 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 32 teachers, DANIEL JENKINS ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
DANIEL JENKINS ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Haines City, Florida, is a specialized educational institution within the Polk County Public Schools district. The school is distinct for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes technology integration, preparing students for the demands of a digital-centric world. By focusing on both core curriculum and technical literacy, the academy aims to bridge the gap between traditional middle school education and future career readiness in STEM-related fields.
The school serves a diverse student body and is dedicated to fostering a supportive, structured culture that promotes both personal growth and academic excellence. Beyond its technical curriculum, the academy emphasizes character development and holistic student success, ensuring that learners are not only proficient in technology but also equipped with the social and critical thinking skills necessary for high school and beyond. Through its focused programs and faculty-led initiatives, Daniel Jenkins Academy strives to be a hub of innovation for the Haines City community.
For more information, contact DANIEL JENKINS ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (863) 421-3267 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HAINES CITY, FL 33844-5515
(863) 421-3267
http://schools.polk-fl.net/dja
DANIEL JENKINS ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HAINES CITY, FL with about 508 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- POLK
- Total Students:
- 508
- Teachers:
- 32
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 508 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 53.3%
- Black or African American
- 23.6%
- White
- 18.3%
- Asian
- 2.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
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.