At a glance
Reported students
536
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
42nd percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
625
Winston Academy of Engineering: 536 reported students.
State peer staffing position
73rd percentile
17.3:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 478
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.7:1
What the reported data says about Winston Academy of Engineering
Winston Academy of Engineering is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Lakeland. It is one of 160 current school records connected to Polk. NCES reports 536 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 42nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.3:1, close to the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (35.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.8%). English learners represent 5.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Winston Academy of Engineering
- 1How do the reported 17.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 31 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 51.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White35.3%
- Hispanic30.8%
- Black23.7%
- Asian4.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Polk
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
531 reported students
Polk City Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
545 reported students
Frank E. Brigham Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05
547 reported students
Bartow Elementary Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–05
524 reported students
Elbert Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
549 reported students
Polk Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
523 reported students
Public schools near Winston Academy of Engineering
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse Keen Elementary School Elementary · Polk | PK–05 | 621 | 2.1 mi |
| IDEA Lakeland Elementary · Charter · IDEA Public Schools | KG–07 | 452 | 2.3 mi |
| Griffin Elementary School Elementary · Polk | PK–05 | 431 | 2.4 mi |
| Elementary - N Lakeland Elementary · Polk | PK–05 | 0 | 2.4 mi |
| Magnolia Montessori Academy Elementary · Charter · Polk | PK–08 | 182 | 2.8 mi |
| Sleepy Hill Elementary School Elementary · Polk | PK–05 | 711 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Winston Academy of Engineering
What grades does Winston Academy of Engineering serve?
Winston Academy of Engineering reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Polk.
How many students attend Winston Academy of Engineering?
Winston Academy of Engineering reported 536 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 42nd percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 478 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Winston Academy of Engineering?
The calculated ratio is 17.3:1, based on 536 students and 31 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Winston Academy of Engineering a public, charter, or magnet school?
Winston Academy of Engineering is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Winston Academy of Engineering students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
51.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Winston Academy of Engineering in?
Winston Academy of Engineering is part of Polk, based in Bartow, FL, which operates 160 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Winston Academy of Engineering?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Jesse Keen Elementary School (2.1 mi), IDEA Lakeland (2.3 mi), Griffin Elementary School (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.