Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake St. George Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake St. George Elementary School serves the northern part of Palm Harbor, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake St. George Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake St. George Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake St. George 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 St. George Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#517 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake St. George Elementary School's ranking?
Lake St. George Elementary School is ranked #517 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake St. George Elementary School?
499 students attend Lake St. George Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lake St. George Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake St. George Elementary School?
Lake St. George Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake St. George Elementary School offer ?
Lake St. George Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake St. George Elementary School part of?
Lake St. George Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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