Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scott Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Scott Lake Elementary School's student population of 732 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Lake Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#927 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
13%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Scott Lake Elementary School is ranked #927 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Scott Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Scott Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School, Valleyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Scott Lake Elementary School?
732 students attend Scott Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Scott Lake Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott Lake Elementary School?
Scott Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Scott Lake Elementary School offer ?
Scott Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scott Lake Elementary School part of?
Scott Lake Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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