Serving 425 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 25-29% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crystal Lake Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crystal Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Lake Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3366 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
26%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Crystal Lake Elementary School is ranked #3366 out of 3,704 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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?
425 students attend Crystal Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Crystal Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 6% 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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