What grades does CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

As a Primary school, CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves students in LAKELAND, FL. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

You can find CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in LAKELAND, FL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

At CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, there are approximately 13.8 students for every teacher.

What schools are in LAKELAND, FL?

CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is among the schools serving LAKELAND, FL. The school is part of the local school system.

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CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|LAKELAND, Florida|POLK

LAKELAND, FL 33803

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

No School for StudentsStaff DayDistrict-wide

Teacher Day

Oct

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break - Polk County Public Schools

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

413

Student:Teacher

13.8:1

Locale

Urban

District

POLK

Econ. Disadvantaged

66.1%

Phone

(863)648-3510

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

45-49%

Chronic Absenteeism

25.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

11 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1

Better than average in FL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,242

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,033

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,743

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 19%State 47%Local 34%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

25.8%

Below 150% poverty line

4.7%

Unemployment rate

13.0%

Uninsured residents

13.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

17,689

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

16,695

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

5,870 (35%)

Speech/Language Impairment

3,020 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

3,009 (18%)

Autism

2,083 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

1,211 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

200 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

402

Current enrollment

Stable(-8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

No School for Students

Teacher Day

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in POLK. CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Polk County Public Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School for StudentsDistrict-wide Teacher Day	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - Polk County Public Schools	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide No School - Polk County Public Schools	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School - Polk County Public Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Polk County Public Schools	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good FridayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School - Polk County Public Schools	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL currently enrolls 413 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in FL.