Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Trafford 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 56% (which is higher 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Trafford Elementary School serves the northern part of Immokalee, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Trafford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lake Trafford Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Trafford 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 Trafford Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1442 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
72%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-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 Trafford Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Trafford Elementary School is ranked #1442 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Trafford Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Trafford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary 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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Trafford Elementary School?
717 students attend Lake Trafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lake Trafford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Trafford Elementary School?
Lake Trafford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Trafford Elementary School offer ?
Lake Trafford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Trafford Elementary School part of?
Lake Trafford Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Trafford Elementary School located?
Lake Trafford Elementary School is located in the Corkscrew neighborhood of Immokalee, FL. There are 12 other public schools located in Corkscrew.
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