Chain of Lakes Collegiate High vs Polk State College Collegiate High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High
Winter Haven · Charter high · Grades 10–12
340 students
Polk State College Collegiate High School
Lakeland · Charter high · Grades 10–12
343 students
| Measure | Chain of Lakes Collegiate High Winter Haven, Florida | Polk State College Collegiate High School Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 0 Lower 50% | 0 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #575 of 576 | #576 of 576 |
| National rank | #16904 of 16,910 | #16907 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 340 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 340 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 48.6 | 68.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Winter Haven | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (0.4 vs 0.4).
- •Chain of Lakes Collegiate High does better on students per teacher (48.6 vs 68.6).
- •Polk State College Collegiate High School is the larger school with 343 students compared with 340.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chain of Lakes Collegiate High better than Polk State College Collegiate High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chain of Lakes Collegiate High and Polk State College Collegiate High School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Winter Haven and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High: 340. Polk State College Collegiate High School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chain of Lakes Collegiate High and Polk State College Collegiate High School rank in Florida?
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High is 575th of 576 and Polk State College Collegiate High School is 576th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).