Lakeview Elementary School

7299 Hand Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeview Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 26% 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: 691 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 5% in FL
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lakeview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Lakeview Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
691 students
This chart displays total students of Lakeview Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Lakeview Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Lakeview Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Lakeview Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

Lakeview Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#152 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Lakeview Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
87%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
78%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75-79%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Lakeview Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
16%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
1%
21%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
74%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Lakeview Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.43
This chart displays the diversity score of Lakeview Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Lakeview Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lakeview Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeview Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeview Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary School?
691 students attend Lakeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lakeview Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeview Elementary School?
Lakeview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeview Elementary School offer ?
Lakeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lakeview Elementary School part of?
Lakeview Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.

School Reviews

Review Lakeview Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 691 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Quick Links