Serving 885 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Como 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 62% 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-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Como School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Como School's student population of 885 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Como 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 Lake Como School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1631 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
38%
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%
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 Lake Como School's ranking?
Lake Como School is ranked #1631 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Como School often compared to?
Lake Como Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blankner K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Como School?
885 students attend Lake Como School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lake Como School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Como School?
Lake Como School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Como School offer ?
Lake Como School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lake Como School part of?
Lake Como School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Como School located?
Lake Como School is located in the Lake Como neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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