Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Killearn Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Killearn Lakes 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
Killearn Lakes Elementary School's student population of 776 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Killearn Lakes 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 Killearn Lakes Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#275 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
36%
Black
7%
21%
White
74%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Killearn Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Killearn Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Killearn Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawks Rise Elementary School, Gilchrist Elementary School, Desoto Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Killearn Lakes Elementary School?
776 students attend Killearn Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Killearn Lakes Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Killearn Lakes Elementary School?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Killearn Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Killearn Lakes Elementary School part of?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Killearn Lakes Elementary School located?
Killearn Lakes Elementary School is located in the Killearn Lakes neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Killearn Lakes.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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)
Spring Break - office closed
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
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