Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Philip O'brien Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip O'brien Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Philip O'brien Elementary School's student population of 633 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip O'brien Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip O'brien Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2935 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
31%
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
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
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 Philip O'brien Elementary School's ranking?
Philip O'brien Elementary School is ranked #2935 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Philip O'brien Elementary School often compared to?
Philip O'brien Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland Montessori Middle School, R. Clem Churchwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Philip O'brien Elementary School?
633 students attend Philip O'brien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Philip O'brien Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 28% 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 Philip O'brien Elementary School?
Philip O'brien Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philip O'brien Elementary School offer ?
Philip O'brien Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip O'brien Elementary School part of?
Philip O'brien Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Philip O'brien Elementary School located?
Philip O'brien Elementary School is located in the Lime Street neighborhood of Lakeland, FL.
School Calendar
View the Philip O'brien Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day For Students - Student Early Dismissal
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
Review Philip O'brien 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
Recent Articles
School-to-Prison Pipeline Persists Despite Local, State and National Efforts
Inadequate funding and resources for schools, harsh zero-tolerance discipline policies, police presence in public schools, and de facto segregation continue to create school environments in which poor and minority students have little chance of succeeding. The result is a continuation of the school-to-prison pipeline that has been commonplace in the American education system for decades, despite federal, state and local efforts to curb the problem.
How the Arts Benefit Your Children Academically and Behaviorally
Often underfunded in the past, the arts are gaining a resurgence in support as research shows benefits for children academically, along with improvements in behavior and attendance.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
