Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mckeel Academy Central ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckeel Academy Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mckeel Academy Central's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckeel Academy Central ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckeel Academy Central is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
59%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckeel Academy Central's ranking?
Mckeel Academy Central is ranked #192 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mckeel Academy Central often compared to?
Mckeel Academy Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Avenue Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mckeel Academy Central?
610 students attend Mckeel Academy Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mckeel Academy Central students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckeel Academy Central?
Mckeel Academy Central has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckeel Academy Central offer ?
Mckeel Academy Central offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckeel Academy Central part of?
Mckeel Academy Central is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckeel Academy Central located?
Mckeel Academy Central is located in the Parker Street neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
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