Serving 1,069 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 1,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Oak Elementary School serves the northwest part of Naples, FL, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Oak 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
Laurel Oak Elementary School's student population of 1,069 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,069 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Oak Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#269 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Oak Elementary School is ranked #269 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Laurel Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial Elementary School, Naples Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Laurel Oak Elementary School?
1,069 students attend Laurel Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Laurel Oak Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Oak Elementary School?
Laurel Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laurel Oak Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Oak Elementary School part of?
Laurel Oak Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurel Oak Elementary School located?
Laurel Oak Elementary School is located in the Urban Estates neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Urban Estates.
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