NEW BEGINNINGS HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
New Beginnings High School (NBHS) in Winter Haven, Florida, is a public charter school specifically designed to serve students who need an alternative pathway to earning their high school diploma. Catering primarily to students who have fallen behind in credits, left traditional school settings, or are seeking a more flexible academic environment, the school focuses on credit recovery and individualized learning plans. By offering a non-traditional setting, NBHS aims to remove common barriers to graduation, providing a supportive atmosphere for students who may have struggled in or disengaged from a conventional classroom.

The school utilizes a self-paced, blended learning model that combines digital coursework with direct instructional support from certified teachers. This approach allows students to work at their own speed to catch up on credits while also participating in social-emotional programming and career readiness initiatives. With a strong emphasis on mentorship and community integration, New Beginnings High School is dedicated to helping at-risk youth regain academic momentum and successfully transition into post-secondary education or the workforce.
997
Total Students
15.0
Full-Time Teachers
66.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NEW BEGINNINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White184
Hispanic445
Black327
Asian5
Two or More33
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    445 (44.6%)
  • Black
    327 (32.8%)
  • White
    184 (18.5%)
  • Two or More
    33 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    5 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: POLK
Phone: (863)268-5666
Website: http://www.newbhs.net
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 997
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 15.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 66.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 771
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 5
Grade 7 8
Grade 8 84
Grade 9 186
Grade 10 307
Grade 11 221
Grade 12 186

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NEW BEGINNINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 65
Grade 78
Grade 884
Grade 9186
Grade 10307
Grade 11221
Grade 12186
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NEW BEGINNINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female42042.1%
Male57757.9%