Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northlake Park Community Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northlake Park Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northlake Park Community Elementary School's student population of 663 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northlake Park Community Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northlake Park Community Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#235 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
33%
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
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northlake Park Community Elementary School's ranking?
Northlake Park Community Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northlake Park Community Elementary School often compared to?
Northlake Park Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun Blaze Elementary School, Laureate Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northlake Park Community Elementary School?
663 students attend Northlake Park Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northlake Park Community Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northlake Park Community Elementary School?
Northlake Park Community Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northlake Park Community Elementary School offer ?
Northlake Park Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northlake Park Community Elementary School part of?
Northlake Park Community Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Northlake Park Community Elementary School located?
Northlake Park Community Elementary School is located in the Lake Nona Region neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Lake Nona Region.
School Calendar
View the Northlake Park Community Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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