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CES Academy- Lakeland, FL

615 Old Polk City Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809

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Tel: (863) 859-0848

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CES Academy Lakeland helps each student win and belong because every oned eserves a chance to succeed in school and life.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 120 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

CES Academy- Lakeland, FL ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2009

Student Body

Total Students

120 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

15 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

CES Academy uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition Scholarships are available for families through: the Florida Department of Education (DOE) School Choice Office. All Florida students are eligible for the Step Up For Students (SUFS) Scholarship which means you may qualify for FREE or REDUCED Tuition!

Admissions Director

Lacey Sweet

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Basketball

School Notes

School Motto: 'Every Student Deserves A Chance To Succeed'

We understand that everyone has a different way of learning.Our fully accredited K-12 schools employ highly qualified, state-approved teachers; utilize assessment tools; and implement effective curriculum to ensure every student succeeds.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does CES Academy- Lakeland, FL cost?

CES Academy- Lakeland, FL's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.

What sports does CES Academy- Lakeland, FL offer?

CES Academy- Lakeland, FL offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.

What is CES Academy- Lakeland, FL's ranking?

CES Academy- Lakeland, FL ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for CES Academy- Lakeland, FL?

The application deadline for CES Academy- Lakeland, FL is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 120 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Lakeland, FL is $12,223 for elementary schools and $12,656 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lakeland, FL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).