Serving 1,064 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Imagine Schools At South Lake ranks in the top 10% 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 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Imagine Schools At South Lake ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Imagine Schools At South Lake's student population of 1,064 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,064 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Motto
Developing Character, Enriching Minds
School Rankings
Imagine Schools At South Lake ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Imagine Schools At South Lake is 0.58, 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
#230 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imagine Schools At South Lake's ranking?
Imagine Schools At South Lake is ranked #230 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Imagine Schools At South Lake often compared to?
Imagine Schools At South Lakeis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Lakes Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Imagine Schools At South Lake?
1,064 students attend Imagine Schools At South Lake.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Imagine Schools At South Lake students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Imagine Schools At South Lake?
Imagine Schools At South Lake has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Imagine Schools At South Lake offer ?
Imagine Schools At South Lake offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Imagine Schools At South Lake part of?
Imagine Schools At South Lake is part of Lake School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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