The Cleveland Court School is a historic school in Lakeland, Florida. It is located at 328 East Edgewood Drive. On July 22, 1999, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cleveland Court Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland Court Elementary School serves the west part of Lakeland, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Court 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
Cleveland Court Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1947
School Rankings
Cleveland Court 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 Cleveland Court Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)37.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Court Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Court Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cleveland Court Elementary School often compared to?
Cleveland Court Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Palmore Elementary School, Valleyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Court Elementary School?
374 students attend Cleveland Court Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cleveland Court Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Court Elementary School?
Cleveland Court Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleveland Court Elementary School offer ?
Cleveland Court Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland Court Elementary School part of?
Cleveland Court Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland Court Elementary School located?
Cleveland Court Elementary School is located in the Lake Hollingsworth neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
School Calendar
View the Cleveland Court Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
FALL BREAK - STUDENT, Teacher and Paraeducator (Paid 11/26 and 11/27)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK WEEK - NO SCHOOL
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS � STUDENT EARLY DISMISSAL
END OF SECOND SEMESTER (94 Days)/Distribute Elementary Report Cards/
Last Work Day for Paraeducators (186-Day Contract)/ Storm Make-Up Day as Needed
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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