Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Lake Elementary serves the northwest part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Lake Elementary School's student population of 340 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge is Power
School Rankings
Rock Lake 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 Rock Lake Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#2128 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Rock Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Lake Elementary School is ranked #2128 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rock Lake Elementary School?
340 students attend Rock Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Rock Lake Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Lake Elementary School?
Rock Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Lake Elementary School offer ?
Rock Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Lake Elementary School part of?
Rock Lake Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Lake Elementary School located?
Rock Lake Elementary School is located in the Rock Lake neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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