Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Orienta 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 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 73% 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: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Orienta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Orienta Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 13% 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
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Orienta 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 Lake Orienta Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1403 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Orienta Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Orienta Elementary School is ranked #1403 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Orienta Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Orienta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altamonte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Orienta Elementary School?
620 students attend Lake Orienta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lake Orienta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Orienta Elementary School?
Lake Orienta Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Orienta Elementary School offer ?
Lake Orienta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Orienta Elementary School part of?
Lake Orienta Elementary School is part of Seminole School District.
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