Serving 1,059 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Alfred Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Alfred Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Lake Alfred, FL, covering an area of approximately 30.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Alfred Elementary School's student population of 1,059 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,059 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Alfred 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 Lake Alfred 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
#1865 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
19%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Alfred Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Alfred Elementary School is ranked #1865 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Alfred Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Alfred Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartridge Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Alfred Elementary School?
1,059 students attend Lake Alfred Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lake Alfred Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Alfred Elementary School?
Lake Alfred Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Alfred Elementary School offer ?
Lake Alfred Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Alfred Elementary School part of?
Lake Alfred Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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