LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Charter School 1,597 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lake Wales Senior High School, located in Lake Wales, Florida, is a key institution within the Lake Wales Charter Schools system. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is well-known for its "Highlander" spirit and deep community integration. As a charter school, it operates with a focus on academic rigor, college readiness, and career preparation, aiming to provide a personalized educational experience that bridges the gap between high school and post-secondary success.

The campus offers a diverse array of academic and extracurricular opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment programs with local colleges, and specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways. Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on student development through a vibrant athletics program, various clubs, and leadership organizations. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, parents, and the surrounding community, Lake Wales Senior High strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared for the challenges of the modern workforce and higher education.

1,597

Total Students

73.0

Full-Time Teachers

21.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

68.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	658
Hispanic	567
Black	297
Asian	33
Two or More	38
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	3

White
658 (41.2%)
Hispanic
567 (35.5%)
Black
297 (18.6%)
Two or More
38 (2.4%)
Asian
33 (2.1%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2%)
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)678-4222
Website:	http://lwcharterschools.com/lwhigh
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,597
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	993
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	102

* 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 9 400

Grade 10 416

Grade 11 414

Grade 12 367