Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Avenue Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Avenue Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln Avenue Academy's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Avenue Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Avenue Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
25%
21%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Avenue Academy's ranking?
Lincoln Avenue Academy is ranked #159 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lincoln Avenue Academy often compared to?
Lincoln Avenue Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mckeel Central by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Avenue Academy?
519 students attend Lincoln Avenue Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lincoln Avenue Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Avenue Academy?
Lincoln Avenue Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln Avenue Academy offer ?
Lincoln Avenue Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln Avenue Academy part of?
Lincoln Avenue Academy is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Avenue Academy located?
Lincoln Avenue Academy is located in the Webster Park South neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
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