Charter School
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School
- AOverall Grade
- Public, Charter
- 11-12
- WINTER HAVEN, FL
- 168 reviews
- AcademicsB+
- DiversityA
- TeachersA-
- College PrepA-
- Clubs & ActivitiesB+
- Health & SafetyA+
- AdministrationA+
- SportsNG
- FoodA+
- Resources & FacilitiesA-
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School Rankings
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- Cost of LivingB+
- Good for FamiliesB
- HousingB-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$41,790
National
$55,322Median Rent
$889
National
$949Median Home Value
$121,600
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
Students
Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
302
Free or Reduced Lunch
2%
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.15 responses
- 73%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.15 responses
- 53%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.15 responses
Teachers
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.20 responses
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.20 responses
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.20 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$9,001/ year
National
$12,239- 83%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.23 responses
- 70%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.23 responses
- 78%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.23 responses
Schools like Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School
- C+Polk State Lakeland Gateway to College Collegiate High School
- Polk County Public Schools, FL
- 11-12
- 30 reviews
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School Reviews
168 reviews
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I love Chain of Lakes (COL)! I really feel like I belong here and everyone is welcoming. Also, the staff and the teachers are awesome. Collegiate really gets every student prepared for college since as a student, one will be taking college classes on Polk State's campus in order to receive not only their high school diploma but also their Associate's degree for free. I have learned a lot here and I am proud to say that I attend this high school. I am honestly sad that this will be my last year at COL. It is the place to be and we are all like a family. Although Chain of Lakes does not have a sports team, they do allow students to play sports at their former high school. Students can also attend basketball games, volleyball games, and more just on the Polk State College campus. This school gives students plenty of freedom and has helped me grow. I honestly can't say that about any other high school I have attended.
As much as I'd like for all kids to have the "1950's Happy Days" type high school experience, unfortunately, that's not the world we live in anymore. While the Collegiate experience isn't as conventional as traditional high school, my two students quickly realized their gain in experience and education was worth the trade-off. They were better challenged academically and transitioned into the college setting seamlessly. They also headed to their out-of-state universities with confidence and an understanding of how the college world works. My only regret is that I was unaware of the Collegiate program when our oldest child was in high school!
Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School has allowed me to get a sense of what college is really like. I was 15 years old when I started my first semester of college, being apart of this high school changed the way that I studied, managed my time and networked. I would encourage everyone to take this opportunity if it is presented to them. The only "negative" feedback that I have is that you won't really have classes with your friends, especially if you have two completely different majors but if that is something that you want then maybe consider becoming friends with people that you have the same major in because then you'll be able to get some of the same classes as they do. I personally did not care for having classes with my friends, I have always been an independent learner. Overall, this school has benefited me a lot, I have so much time on my hands, I am stress free and will be graduating with my AA degree two weeks before graduating and receiving my High School diploma.