Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Silver 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Silver Elementary serves the northwest part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.3 miles to the school's edge. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Silver Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Motto
Learning today for success tomorrow
School Rankings
Lake Silver 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 Silver Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2516 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
38%
Black
65%
21%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Silver Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Silver Elementary School is ranked #2516 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Silver Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Silver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Silver Elementary School?
452 students attend Lake Silver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lake Silver Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Silver Elementary School?
Lake Silver Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Silver Elementary School offer ?
Lake Silver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Silver Elementary School part of?
Lake Silver Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Silver Elementary School located?
Lake Silver Elementary School is located in the College Park neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in College Park.
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