Serving 1,237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mirror Lakes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mirror Lakes Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lehigh Acres, FL, covering an extensive area of approximately 251.1 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mirror Lakes Elementary School's student population of 1,237 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mirror Lakes 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 Mirror Lakes Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1966 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-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 Mirror Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1966 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mirror Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Mirror Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Elementary School, Veterans Park Academy For The Arts, G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
1,237 students attend Mirror Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mirror Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mirror Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mirror Lakes Elementary School part of?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Mirror Lakes Elementary School located?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is located in the Eisenhower neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Eisenhower.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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