This article is part of my Complete Guide to Davenport. Davenport Schools: District overview, public and private options, plus charter and magnet options, with zoning tips and costs for families.
🏫 Davenport Schools: Overview and Zoning
Davenport is part of the Polk County Public Schools, a large district serving several communities. In practice, many Brazilian clients are captivated by the combination of affordable properties with charter and magnet with good performance.
Acronyms: ESL = English as a Second Language. Magnet = public school with a specialized curriculum. Charter = independent public school.
Important: to the school boundaries (school zones) define the public school designated by the property address.
📘 Public Schools in Davenport (Highlights)
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy (K to 12)
Highly rated charter, strong in reading and math. A reference for families seeking high performance.
Davenport School of the Arts (PK to 8)
Arts-focused magnet with a solid academic and cultural reputation.
Four Corners Charter School (K to 5)
Charter profile, known for its curricular flexibility and collaborative environment.
Navigator Academy of Leadership (K to 8)
Smaller size, focus on leadership and personalized teaching.
Ridge Community High School (9 to 12)
Large public school serving part of Davenport.
| School | Type | Series | Emphasis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Global Studies Academy | Charter | K to 12 | High performance in reading and mathematics |
| Davenport School of the Arts | Magnet | PK at 8 | Arts curriculum and good academic reputation |
| Four Corners Charter School | Charter | K to 5 | Curricular flexibility |
| Navigator Academy of Leadership | Charter | K to 8 | Emphasis on leadership and smaller classes |
| Ridge Community High School | Public | 9 to 12 | Serves part of Davenport |
Practical tip: confirm the attendance zone of the address before closing the purchase of the property.
🏛️ Private Schools in Davenport
Davenport also offers private options, many with a religious or community-based approach, that attract families looking for smaller classes and a more personalized environment.
| School | Series | Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport Christian Preparatory School | K to 12 | Christian preparatory; smaller classes |
| Central Christian Academy | NS to 12 | From preschool to high school; religious affiliation |
| Shalom Christian Academy | K to 11 | Smaller size; Christian values |
| Montessori School of Davenport Inc | PK to K | Montessori methodology; focus on early childhood |
Costs: annual average of around 10 to 15 thousand dollars, varying by series and additional services.
📊 Indicators and comparisons
- Academic proficiency: in several Davenport public schools, reading and math scores fall between 43% and 47%.
- Excellence: Ridgeview Global Studies Academy and Davenport School of the Arts perform above the Florida average.
- Cultural diversity: significant presence of bilingual students, with ESL support.
✅ Strengths
- Network with charter and magnet high performance.
- Smaller toilets and personalized environment.
- Multicultural community welcoming international students.
⚠️ What to watch out for
- Performance varies greatly among public schools in the district.
- Zoning defines the public school assigned to your address.
- Private schools have additional costs: tuition, transportation, uniforms and extracurricular activities.
- Magnet and charter applications may be required and do not guarantee automatic placement.
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