Serving 779 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lutz Preparatory 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 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lutz Preparatory 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
Lutz Preparatory School's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lutz Preparatory 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 Lutz Preparatory School is 0.58, 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
#72 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lutz Preparatory School's ranking?
Lutz Preparatory School is ranked #72 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
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 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lutz Preparatory School?
779 students attend Lutz Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lutz Preparatory School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lutz Preparatory School?
Lutz Preparatory School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lutz Preparatory School offer ?
Lutz Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lutz Preparatory School part of?
Lutz Preparatory School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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