Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Lake Elementary School serves the west part of Deland, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Lake Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blue Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Lake Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2728 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Lake Elementary School is ranked #2728 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Blue Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Grove Elementary School, George W. Marks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Blue Lake Elementary School?
524 students attend Blue Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Blue Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Lake Elementary School?
Blue Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blue Lake Elementary School offer ?
Blue Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Lake Elementary School part of?
Blue Lake Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
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