Mark Wilcox Center serves 12 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 58% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
50%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mark Wilcox Center?
12 students attend Mark Wilcox Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mark Wilcox Center students are Black, 42% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Mark Wilcox Center offer ?
Mark Wilcox Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Mark Wilcox Center part of?
Mark Wilcox Center is part of Polk School District.
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