Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lantana 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lantana Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 1 to 3-mile radius of the school, typically taking about 5 to 10 minutes to drive there.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lantana Elementary School's student population of 517 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lantana 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 Lantana Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2649 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
38%
Black
54%
21%
White
15%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Indigo & Fushia
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lantana Elementary School's ranking?
Lantana Elementary School is ranked #2649 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lantana Elementary School?
517 students attend Lantana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lantana Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lantana Elementary School?
Lantana Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lantana Elementary School offer ?
Lantana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lantana Elementary School part of?
Lantana Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Lantana Elementary School located?
Lantana Elementary School is located in the Lantana Heights neighborhood of Lake Worth, FL.
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