Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School serves the northwest part of its district in Lake Panasoffkee, FL, covering an area of approximately 122.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#721 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Panasoffkee Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School is ranked #721 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bushnell Elementary School, Webster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School?
621 students attend Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School?
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School offer ?
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School part of?
Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School is part of Sumter School District.
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