The Winston School is a historic school in Lakeland, Florida. It is located at 3415 Swindell Road. On December 20, 2001, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winston Academy Of Engineering ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winston Academy Of Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Winston Academy Of Engineering's student population of 520 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Winston Academy Of Engineering ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winston Academy Of Engineering is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#813 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winston Academy Of Engineering's ranking?
Winston Academy Of Engineering is ranked #813 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Winston Academy Of Engineering often compared to?
Winston Academy Of Engineeringis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Avenue Academy, Rochelle School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Winston Academy Of Engineering?
520 students attend Winston Academy Of Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Winston Academy Of Engineering students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winston Academy Of Engineering?
Winston Academy Of Engineering has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winston Academy Of Engineering offer ?
Winston Academy Of Engineering offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winston Academy Of Engineering part of?
Winston Academy Of Engineering is part of Polk School District.
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