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McKeel Academy Central
Lakeland, Florida · Grades PreK to 6 · Polk
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About McKeel Academy Central
McKeel Academy Central serves pre-K through grade 6 as a public charter school in Lakeland, Florida. It reported 610 students in 2024-25. That is about average in size for public and charter elementary schools in Lakeland. There are about 16.5 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (37 teachers in all). Federal locale data places it in a midsize city, in Polk County. It is one of 158 schools in Polk School District. Within 5 miles there are 50 other schools, so families have nearby options to compare.
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School facts
| Address | 411 Florida Ave N, Lakeland, FL 33801 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (863) 499-1287 |
| School district | Polk |
| Grades | PreK to 6 |
| Students (2024-25) | 610 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 37 |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 |
| Charter school | Yes |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | Elementary |
| Locale (NCES) | City, midsize, Polk County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 120159004137). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does McKeel Academy Central serve?
McKeel Academy Central serves pre-K through grade 6.
How many students attend McKeel Academy Central?
McKeel Academy Central reported 610 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at McKeel Academy Central?
About 16.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 610 students and 37 teachers in federal data.
Is McKeel Academy Central a public or charter school?
McKeel Academy Central is a public charter school.
What school district is McKeel Academy Central in?
McKeel Academy Central is part of Polk. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/fl/polk-school-district/
Where is McKeel Academy Central located?
McKeel Academy Central is at 411 Florida Ave N, Lakeland, FL 33801. The phone number is (863) 499-1287.
How many other schools are near McKeel Academy Central?
There are 50 other schools within 5 miles of McKeel Academy Central in our directory.
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