Edward W Bok Academy North

401 N 4th St
Lake Wales, FL 33853
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Edward W Bok Academy North ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 726 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Edward W Bok Academy North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

Edward W Bok Academy North's student population of 726 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
726 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Edward W Bok Academy North ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward W Bok Academy North is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2120 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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38%
52%
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53%
52%
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35-39%
52%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
36%
38%
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Black
23%
21%
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White
33%
34%
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.71
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(22-23)
16.9%
33.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edward W Bok Academy North's ranking?
Edward W Bok Academy North is ranked #2120 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edward W Bok Academy North?
726 students attend Edward W Bok Academy North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Edward W Bok Academy North students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward W Bok Academy North?
Edward W Bok Academy North has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edward W Bok Academy North offer ?
Edward W Bok Academy North offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward W Bok Academy North part of?
Edward W Bok Academy North is part of Polk School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 726 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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