Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawton Chiles 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawton Chiles Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawton Chiles 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 Lawton Chiles Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1699 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawton Chiles Elementary School's ranking?
Lawton Chiles Elementary School is ranked #1699 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lawton Chiles Elementary School often compared to?
Lawton Chiles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Springs Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lawton Chiles Elementary School?
526 students attend Lawton Chiles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lawton Chiles Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% 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 Lawton Chiles Elementary School?
Lawton Chiles Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lawton Chiles Elementary School offer ?
Lawton Chiles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lawton Chiles Elementary School part of?
Lawton Chiles Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Workday / Schools Closed / District Offices Open
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
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