George W. Jenkins Senior High vs Polk State College Collegiate High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George W. Jenkins Senior High
Lakeland · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,469 students
Polk State College Collegiate High School
Lakeland · Charter high · Grades 10–12
343 students
| Measure | George W. Jenkins Senior High Lakeland, Florida | Polk State College Collegiate High School Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 0 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 576 | #576 of 576 |
| National rank | #7501 of 16,910 | #16907 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 2,469 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 2,469 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47% | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 68.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Lakeland | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George W. Jenkins Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.3 vs 0.4).
- •George W. Jenkins Senior High does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 68.6).
- •George W. Jenkins Senior High is the larger school with 2,469 students compared with 343.
- •George W. Jenkins Senior High is a public school while Polk State College Collegiate High School is a charter 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 George W. Jenkins Senior High better than Polk State College Collegiate High School?
On the Success Index (US), George W. Jenkins Senior High ranks higher (53.3 vs 0.4 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 George W. Jenkins Senior High and Polk State College Collegiate High School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George W. Jenkins Senior High: 2,469. Polk State College Collegiate High School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George W. Jenkins Senior High and Polk State College Collegiate High School rank in Florida?
George W. Jenkins Senior High is 259th of 576 and Polk State College Collegiate High School is 576th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).