Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sun 'n Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: SUN 'N LAKE Elementary School serves the northwest part of Sebring, FL, covering an area of approximately 30.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sun 'n 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 Sun 'n Lake Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1133 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)33%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun 'n Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School is ranked #1133 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sun 'n Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Elementary School, Cracker Trail Elementary School, Avon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sun 'n Lake Elementary School?
588 students attend Sun 'n Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sun 'n Lake Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sun 'n Lake Elementary School?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sun 'n Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sun 'n Lake Elementary School part of?
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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