DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL

POLK
1000 N BUENA VISTA DR
LAKE ALFRED, FL 33850
Charter School 898 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Discovery High School, located in Lake Alfred, Florida, is a public charter school that emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum integrated with a unique focus on personalized learning. As a member of the Charter Schools USA network, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances high academic standards with character development, aiming to prepare students for success in both higher education and their future professional lives.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to small-group instruction and a data-driven approach to student achievement. By utilizing a "blended learning" model, Discovery High School allows students to progress at their own pace, ensuring that individual strengths are maximized and learning gaps are addressed through targeted support. With a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, community engagement, and a supportive campus culture, the school strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that empowers students to become responsible, globally-minded citizens.
898
Total Students
45.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    488 (54.3%)
  • White
    195 (21.7%)
  • Black
    185 (20.6%)
  • Two or More
    18 (2.0%)
  • Asian
    7 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: POLK
Phone: (863)268-7178
Website: http://discoveryhighschool.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 898
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 460
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 112

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 264
Grade 10 234
Grade 11 212
Grade 12 188
Gender Ratio
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