Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sun 'n Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun 'n Lake Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#926 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
21%
21%
White
50%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun 'n Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School is ranked #926 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sun 'n Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Elementary School, Cracker Trail Elementary School, Avon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sun 'n Lake Elementary School?
645 students attend Sun 'n Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sun 'n Lake Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun 'n Lake Elementary School?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sun 'n Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sun 'n Lake Elementary School part of?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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