Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buck Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Buck Lake Elementary School serves the eastern part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buck Lake Elementary School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buck Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buck Lake Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#374 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #374 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Buck Lake Elementary School?
696 students attend Buck Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Buck Lake Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% 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 17:1.
What grades does Buck Lake Elementary School offer ?
Buck Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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