Serving 771 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Como 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Como School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Como School's student population of 771 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Como School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Como School is 0.67, 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
#1876 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
36%
Black
16%
21%
White
41%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Como School's ranking?
Lake Como School is ranked #1876 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Como School often compared to?
Lake Como Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blankner K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Como School?
771 students attend Lake Como School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lake Como School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Como School?
Lake Como School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Como School offer ?
Lake Como School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lake Como School part of?
Lake Como School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Como School located?
Lake Como School is located in the Lake Como neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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