Serving 818 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Prairie Lake Elementary School's student population of 818 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie Lake 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 Prairie Lake Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1975 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
51%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Lake Elementary School is ranked #1975 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Prairie Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiawassee Elementary School, Lake Gem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Lake Elementary School?
818 students attend Prairie Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Prairie Lake Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Lake Elementary School?
Prairie Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairie Lake Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Prairie Lake Elementary School part of?
Prairie Lake 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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