McKeel Academy of Technology is a junior and senior high school of over 1,000 students located in Lakeland, Florida, United States. It is located approximately a half mile southeast of Kathleen High School and cannot be viewed from any major road.
Serving 1,750 students in grades 7-12, Mckeel Academy Of Technology ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckeel Academy Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mckeel Academy Of Technology's student population of 1,750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Motivating, Achieving, and Transforming for future global challenges.
School Rankings
Mckeel Academy Of Technology ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckeel Academy Of Technology is 0.55, which is less 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
#326 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckeel Academy Of Technology's ranking?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology is ranked #326 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckeel Academy Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Mckeel Academy Of Technology is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mckeel Academy Of Technology?
1,750 students attend Mckeel Academy Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mckeel Academy Of Technology students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckeel Academy Of Technology?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckeel Academy Of Technology offer ?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckeel Academy Of Technology part of?
Mckeel Academy Of Technology is part of Polk School District.
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