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Academic Resources for Polk County Public Schools
Varsity Tutors serves students in Polk County Public Schools, a public school district serving the Bartow area in Florida. The district educates 113,461 students across 162 schools.
162
Schools113,461
Total Students162
Schools18.3:1
Student-Teacher RatioThe K–12 Academic Journey in Polk County Public Schools
What to expect at each stage—and where students commonly need extra support.
Focus & Milestones
Building foundations in reading, writing, and math
- Learn to read (K-2)
- Read to learn (3-5)
- Multiplication mastery
- Middle school readiness
Common Pressure Points
Where students often need extra support:
- 13rd grade reading transition
- 2Math facts fluency
- 3Fractions in 4th-5th grade
Testing & Assessments
Important tests at this level:
- Florida FSA (Grades 3-5)
- Florida FAST (Grades 3-5)
Schools & Academic Resources
Find school and grade-specific tutoring for Polk County Public Schools students, school information, and other academic resources.
E
Elementary Schools
Foundational learning with personalized tutoring supportFrostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School
917 students
Grades PK-5Available Grades:
PK
K
1
2
3
4
5
North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice
644 students
Grades PK-5Available Grades:
PK
K
1
2
3
4
5
M
Middle Schools
Transition support with subject-specific tutoringDaniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School
516 students
Grades 6-8Available Grades:
6
7
8
H
High Schools
Advanced academics with college prep tutoringReal Academy (Reaching Every Adolescent Learner)
269 students
Grades 4-12Available Grades:
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
+1 more
Polk State Lakeland Gateway To College Charter High School
255 students
Grades 11-12Available Grades:
11
12
O
Other Schools
Alternative & Special ProgramsHighlands Youth Academy
Supporting Families in Polk County Public Schools
Connect with qualified tutors who understand Polk County Public Schools curriculum, state standards, and what it takes to succeed here.