Discovery High School vs Lake Alfred Polytech Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 837 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery High School
Lake Alfred · Charter high · Grades 9–12
898 students
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy
Lake Alfred · Public middle · Grades 6–8
734 students
| Measure | Discovery High School Lake Alfred, Florida | Lake Alfred Polytech Academy Lake Alfred, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #499 of 576 | #453 of 563 |
| National rank | #12786 of 16,910 | #10234 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 898 | 734 |
| Enrollment | 898 | 734 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.7% | 72.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 46% |
| city | Lake Alfred | Lake Alfred |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Alfred Polytech Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 32.4).
- •Lake Alfred Polytech Academy does better on math proficiency (46% vs 30%).
- •Discovery High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •Discovery High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.7% vs 72.8%).
- •Discovery High School does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 20.4).
- •Discovery High School is the larger school with 898 students compared with 734.
- •Discovery High School is a charter school while Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Discovery High School better than Lake Alfred Polytech Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Alfred Polytech Academy ranks higher (38.2 vs 32.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Discovery High School and Lake Alfred Polytech Academy?
About 837 m in a straight line, between Lake Alfred and Lake Alfred in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery High School: 898. Lake Alfred Polytech Academy: 734. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery High School and Lake Alfred Polytech Academy rank in Florida?
Discovery High School is 499th of 576 and Lake Alfred Polytech Academy is 453rd of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).