Recognition of Excellence · Lakeland, FL · 2026

Parkway Christian Academy

4210 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland FL 33813
https://www.pcalakeland.org
🏆 Ranked #9 in Lakeland · 7.1 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Top 10 in Lakeland
Top 10 in Lakeland
Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Lakeland.
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Parkway Christian Academy is a private Pre-K3 through 12th grade faith-based school in south Lakeland offering VPK and a structured Abeka curriculum. It is ranked among Polk County's top private high schools on Niche and provides a spiritually integrated education within a large campus community.

Safety8.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture8.0
Class sizes6.0
Extracurriculars7.0

Programs & curriculum

Curriculum & approach: PreK3-12 private Christian school that instructs with a Biblical worldview, emphasizing growing deeper in a relationship with Jesus.

Programs & activities: Programs include Panther Athletics, Fine Arts, and Events; offers Early Childhood, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions.

What sets it apart: Affiliated with Parkway Baptist Church; faith-based institution with emphasis on Christian education.

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