Serving 1,126 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Elementary School serves the northeast part of Kissimmee, FL, covering an area of approximately 35.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel Elementary School's student population of 1,126 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel 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 Laurel Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2794 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
38%
Black
42%
21%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Elementary School is ranked #2794 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Laurel Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Marion Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Laurel Elementary School?
1,126 students attend Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Laurel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Elementary School?
Laurel Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laurel Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Elementary School part of?
Laurel Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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