School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(21-22)28%
36%
Black
(21-22)72%
21%
White
(21-22)n/a
36%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
100%
50%
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
How many students attend Winter Haven Head Start?
39 students attend Winter Haven Head Start.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Winter Haven Head Start students are Black, and 28% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Winter Haven Head Start offer ?
Winter Haven Head Start offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winter Haven Head Start part of?
Winter Haven Head Start is part of Polk School District.
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