Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sand Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Lake Elementary serves the southwest area of Orlando, FL, covering approximately 20.9 square miles. Most students experience a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sand Lake Elementary School's student population of 733 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Lake Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1201 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Lake Elementary School is ranked #1201 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sand Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Meadows Elementary School, Dr. Phillips Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sand Lake Elementary School?
733 students attend Sand Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sand Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Lake Elementary School?
Sand Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sand Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sand Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Lake Elementary School part of?
Sand Lake Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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