Serving 1,007 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chain Of Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chain of Lakes Elementary School serves the northeast part of Winter Haven, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 18.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being around 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School's student population of 1,007 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chain Of Lakes Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1171 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
22%
21%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chain Of Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1171 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chain Of Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Chain Of Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chain Of Lakes Elementary School?
1,007 students attend Chain Of Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Chain Of Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chain Of Lakes Elementary School?
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chain Of Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chain Of Lakes Elementary School part of?
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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