Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spook Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 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: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spook Hill Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Wales, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 148.2 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spook Hill Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
Spook Hill 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 Spook Hill Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3070 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Casper
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spook Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Spook Hill Elementary School is ranked #3070 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spook Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Spook Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Polk Avenue Elementary School, Janie Howard Wilson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spook Hill Elementary School?
574 students attend Spook Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Spook Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spook Hill Elementary School?
Spook Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spook Hill Elementary School offer ?
Spook Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spook Hill Elementary School part of?
Spook Hill Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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