Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bay Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bay Lake Elementary School's student population of 705 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Lake Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#669 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
50%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Lake Elementary School is ranked #669 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windermere Elementary School, Keenes Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Lake Elementary School?
705 students attend Bay Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bay Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Lake Elementary School?
Bay Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Lake Elementary School offer ?
Bay Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bay Lake Elementary School part of?
Bay Lake Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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