Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Forest Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Forest Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#3570 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
36%
Black
83%
21%
White
11%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest Elementary School is ranked #3570 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School, Idylwild Elementary School, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Elementary School?
340 students attend Lake Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lake Forest Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Forest Elementary School?
Lake Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Forest Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
10-Month Calendar: First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
10-Month Calendar: Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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