Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeview 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 89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 29% 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: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeview Elementary School serves the northeast part of Sarasota, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 173.3 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 15.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeview 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
Lakeview Elementary School's student population of 741 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeview 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 Lakeview Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#130 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
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 38-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lakeview Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeview Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeview Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary School?
741 students attend Lakeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakeview Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Elementary School?
Lakeview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeview Elementary School offer ?
Lakeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeview Elementary School part of?
Lakeview Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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