Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sawgrass Lake 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sawgrass Lake 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 Sawgrass Lake Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1630 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Sawgrass Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School is ranked #1630 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sawgrass Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sawgrass Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shore Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sawgrass Lake Elementary School?
599 students attend Sawgrass Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sawgrass Lake Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawgrass Lake Elementary School?
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sawgrass Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sawgrass Lake Elementary School part of?
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Sawgrass Lake Elementary School located?
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School is located in the Winston Park neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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