Serving 803 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rochelle School Of The Arts ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochelle School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rochelle School Of The Arts's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rochelle School Of The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochelle School Of The Arts is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1225 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
35%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochelle School Of The Arts's ranking?
Rochelle School Of The Arts is ranked #1225 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rochelle School Of The Arts often compared to?
Rochelle School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Avenue Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rochelle School Of The Arts?
803 students attend Rochelle School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Rochelle School Of The Arts students are Black, 34% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochelle School Of The Arts?
Rochelle School Of The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rochelle School Of The Arts offer ?
Rochelle School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Rochelle School Of The Arts part of?
Rochelle School Of The Arts is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Rochelle School Of The Arts located?
Rochelle School Of The Arts is located in the Paul A Digg neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2011
A great school with an amazing music department! Mrs. Schumm is the best music teacher ever!
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