Serving 777 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scott Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Scott Lake Elementary School's student population of 777 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Lake Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1045 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Scott Lake Elementary School is ranked #1045 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Scott Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Scott Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Scott Lake Elementary School?
777 students attend Scott Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Scott Lake Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott Lake Elementary School?
Scott Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scott Lake Elementary School offer ?
Scott Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott Lake Elementary School part of?
Scott Lake Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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