Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vista Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Lakes Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Lakes 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 Vista Lakes Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1035 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
61%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
18%
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
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1035 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vista Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Vista Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Vista Lakes Elementary School?
594 students attend Vista Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Vista Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Lakes Elementary School?
Vista Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vista Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Vista Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Lakes Elementary School part of?
Vista Lakes Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
End of Fourth Marking Period / Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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