Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James W. Sikes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James W. Sikes Elementary School serves the western part of Lakeland, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James W. Sikes Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
To Be The Best I Can Be
School Rankings
James W. Sikes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James W. Sikes Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1518 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
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)31.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-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 James W. Sikes Elementary School's ranking?
James W. Sikes Elementary School is ranked #1518 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James W. Sikes Elementary School often compared to?
James W. Sikes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mckeel Academy, Scott Lake Elementary School, Purcell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James W. Sikes Elementary School?
502 students attend James W. Sikes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of James W. Sikes Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James W. Sikes Elementary School?
James W. Sikes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James W. Sikes Elementary School offer ?
James W. Sikes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James W. Sikes Elementary School part of?
James W. Sikes Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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