Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Ne Roberts 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lakeland, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
697 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
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School Rankings
Dr. Ne Roberts 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 Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2465 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School is ranked #2465 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. Clem Churchwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School?
697 students attend Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School?
Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School part of?
Dr. Ne Roberts Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love that school my son went there that is one of the best schools.
5 10/10/2025
Very good school. I'm satisfied with everything from the academic plans to the family events, sport events, buildings -classrooms are well maintained clean, nice staff, teachers, ESE teachers.
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