Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Forest Lake Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest 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 Forest 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
#1411 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
40%
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
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Lake Elementary School is ranked #1411 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Forest Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enterprise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Forest Lake Elementary School?
476 students attend Forest Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Forest Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Lake Elementary School?
Forest Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Lake Elementary School offer ?
Forest Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Lake Elementary School part of?
Forest Lake Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Reviews
1 2/10/2020
This school failed my baby as a student!!!!! I complained of her being bullied no one followed up!!!! I emailed the teacher, weeks go by I receive a phone call of my child being suspended for the day because she defended herself!!!! My daughter is a student, quiet girl never has been in trouble!!!! They deprived her from her education!!!!! How was students able to push back and forth where was the teacher, however my child gets suspended for defending herself, yes she was tired of getting pushed around, I don't condone that behavior and education is key in my home!!!!! I am not finished yet stay away horrible; they don't care but I do.
5 5/1/2012
This school is fantastic. Teachers and office personel are very involved. PTO always has something going on to involve families. My kids have attended other schools in the area and this by far is the BEST! Well organized staff, great communication, clean campus, and caring people.
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