Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Placid 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Placid Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lake Placid, FL, covering an area of approximately 134.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 13.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Placid Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Placid 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 Placid Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2087 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Placid Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Placid Elementary School is ranked #2087 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Placid Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Placid Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Country Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Placid Elementary School?
569 students attend Lake Placid Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lake Placid Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Placid Elementary School?
Lake Placid Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Placid Elementary School offer ?
Lake Placid Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Placid Elementary School part of?
Lake Placid Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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