Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Magdalene 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 53% (which is higher than 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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Magdalene Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Magdalene Elementary School's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Magdalene 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 Lake Magdalene Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1650 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Magdalene Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Magdalene Elementary School is ranked #1650 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Magdalene Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Magdalene Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrollwood K-8 School 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Magdalene Elementary School?
739 students attend Lake Magdalene Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lake Magdalene Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Magdalene Elementary School?
Lake Magdalene Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Magdalene Elementary School offer ?
Lake Magdalene Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Magdalene Elementary School part of?
Lake Magdalene Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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