Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buck Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buck Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buck Lake Elementary School's student population of 717 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buck Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buck Lake Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#347 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
7%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
63%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buck Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Buck Lake Elementary School is ranked #347 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Buck Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Buck Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W T Moore Elementary School, Gilchrist Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Buck Lake Elementary School?
717 students attend Buck Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Buck Lake Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buck Lake Elementary School?
Buck Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Buck Lake Elementary School offer ?
Buck Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Buck Lake Elementary School part of?
Buck Lake Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Buck Lake Elementary School located?
Buck Lake Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Memorial Day - District Offices and Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Juneteenth Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fourth of July Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
July 04, 2024 (Thursday)
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