Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crystal Lake Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lakeland, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crystal Lake Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
Crystal 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 Crystal Lake 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
#3277 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Crystal Lake Elementary School is ranked #3277 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Crystal Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering, Oscar J. Pope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal Lake Elementary School?
437 students attend Crystal Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Crystal Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal Lake Elementary School?
Crystal Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal Lake Elementary School offer ?
Crystal Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Lake Elementary School part of?
Crystal Lake Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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