Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Whitney Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Whitney 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
School Overview
Lake Whitney Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Lake Whitney Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Whitney Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#125 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Lake Whitney Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Whitney Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Whitney Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Whitney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whispering Oak Elementary School, Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Whitney Elementary School?
580 students attend Lake Whitney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lake Whitney Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Whitney Elementary School?
Lake Whitney Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Whitney Elementary School offer ?
Lake Whitney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Whitney Elementary School part of?
Lake Whitney Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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