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#2434 of 3,778 schools in FL
Five Points Elementary School
Elementary School · COLUMBIA
303 NW JOHNSON ST, Lake City, FL 32055
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,434 of 3,778
In Lake City
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
COLUMBIA
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Five Points Elementary School
Elementary School in Lake City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Five Points Elementary School
Five Points Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake City, FL, part of COLUMBIA. Five Points Elementary School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Five Points Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,434 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Five Points Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Five Points Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
43% of students at Five Points Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Five Points Elementary School — Students at Five Points Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Five Points Elementary School Compares
See how Five Points Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
303 NW JOHNSON ST, Lake City, FL 32055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Five Points Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINEMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NIBLACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake City, see our Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH FLORIDA ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY Lake City | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| NIBLACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Lake City | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| COLUMBIA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Lake City | 2.0 mi | — |
| PREK ESE Lake City | 2.0 mi | — |
| BEHAVIORAL LEARNING ACADEMY Lake City | 2.1 mi | — |
| MELROSE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| RICHARDSON SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Lake City | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LAKE CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake City | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SUMMERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Lake City | 3.6 mi | — |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake City | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| COVENANT COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lake City | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW GENERATION SCHOOL Lake City | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE PREP ACADEMY Lake City | 4.5 mi | 8.1 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL Lake City | 4.8 mi | 4.8 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City | 5.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PINEMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake City | 6.4 mi | 8.5 |
| LAKE CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake City | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,328
Median Home Value
$161,200
Median Rent
$873/mo
Population
16,792
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
61.3%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
36.6
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| ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Anthony, FL | 5.5 |
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| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY Jacksonville, FL | 5.5 |
| JAMES H. BRIGHT ELEMENTARY/J.W. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Hialeah, FL | 5.5 |
| LAURA C. SAUNDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Five Points Elementary School
What grades does Five Points Elementary School serve?
Five Points Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Five Points Elementary School?
Five Points Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Five Points Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Five Points Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Five Points Elementary School rank in FL?
Five Points Elementary School ranks #2,434 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Five Points Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Five Points Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Five Points Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Five Points Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Five Points Elementary School a charter school?
No, Five Points Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Five Points Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Five Points Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Five Points Elementary School?
86.6% of students at Five Points Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Columbia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (386) 755-8230
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA- District Enrollment
- 9,785
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,472
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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