Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Crystal Lakes Elementary School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Mascot
Bobcat
School Rankings
Crystal Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Lakes 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
#761 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
44%
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
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Crystal Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manatee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal Lakes Elementary School?
769 students attend Crystal Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Crystal Lakes Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal Lakes Elementary School?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Lakes Elementary School part of?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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