Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dream Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dream Lake Elementary School's student population of 652 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dream Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dream Lake Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1596 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
17%
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
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dream Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Dream Lake Elementary School is ranked #1596 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dream Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Dream Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Springs Elementary School, Apopka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dream Lake Elementary School?
652 students attend Dream Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dream Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dream Lake Elementary School?
Dream Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dream Lake Elementary School offer ?
Dream Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dream Lake Elementary School part of?
Dream Lake Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Reviews
5 8/17/2016
New school is very nice, great job. Who ever designed the new parking lot , drop off system should be fired. Worst design EVER!!!!
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