Transition School serves 48 students in grades 12.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Transition School's student population of 48 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Transition School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
23%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Transition School?
48 students attend Transition School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Transition School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Transition School offer ?
Transition School offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Transition School part of?
Transition School is part of Polk School District.
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