South Pointe Elementary School serves 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pointe Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Pointe Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
38%
Black
25%
21%
White
26%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Pointe Elementary School?
689 students attend South Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South Pointe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pointe Elementary School?
South Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Pointe Elementary School offer ?
South Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Pointe Elementary School part of?
South Pointe Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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