Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Whitney Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 44% 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: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Whitney Elementary serves the west part of Winter Garden, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Whitney 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 Whitney Elementary School's student population of 549 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Whitney Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Whitney Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#125 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-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 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Whitney Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Whitney Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Whitney Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Whitney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whispering Oak Elementary School, Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Whitney Elementary School?
549 students attend Lake Whitney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lake Whitney Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Whitney Elementary School?
Lake Whitney Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Whitney Elementary School offer ?
Lake Whitney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Whitney Elementary School part of?
Lake Whitney Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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