Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Lake 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Lake Elementary School serves the west part of Altamonte Springs, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Lake Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring 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 Spring Lake Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2447 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Lake Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spring Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Elementary School?
505 students attend Spring Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Spring Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Lake Elementary School?
Spring Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Elementary School offer ?
Spring Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Lake Elementary School part of?
Spring Lake Elementary School is part of Seminole School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is mainly to glorify an imparticular teacher. Ms. Ferry! She has done an outstanding job teaching my 6 year old how to read. I think she is an asset to the school.
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