Serving 928 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Como 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Como Elementary serves the northwest part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Como School's student population of 928 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Como 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 Lake Como School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1672 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Lake Como School's ranking?
Lake Como School is ranked #1672 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Como School?
928 students attend Lake Como School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lake Como School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 25% 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 Lake Como School?
Lake Como School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Como School offer ?
Lake Como School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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