Average
#716 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 49% of private schools
Forest Lake Education Center
Elementary School
1275 LEARNING LOOP, Longwood, FL 32779
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#716 of 1,462
In Longwood
#5 of 6
public schools
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Forest Lake Education Center
Elementary School in Longwood · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forest Lake Education Center
Forest Lake Education Center is a private elementary school in Longwood, FL. Forest Lake Education Center serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Lake Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Forest Lake Education Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Forest Lake Education Center compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Longwood, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Lake Education Center (this school) | 6.4 |
| WEKIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SABAL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| ROCK LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| WOODLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| MILWEE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| LONGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1275 LEARNING LOOP, Longwood, FL 32779
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Lake Education Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SABAL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEKIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOREST CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Altamonte Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Longwood, see our Longwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST LAKE ACADEMY. Apopka | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PACE BRANTLEY SCHOOL Longwood | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| WEKIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Longwood | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| FOREST CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| BEAR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apopka | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BEAR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apopka | 1.1 mi | — |
| LAKE BRANTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| TEAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| BEAR LAKE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Altamonte Springs | 1.2 mi | — |
| FOREST CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC ACADEMY Altamonte Springs | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| SPRING LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SABAL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Longwood | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CHAMPION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Apopka | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| AMIKIDS ORLANDO Apopka | 2.6 mi | — |
| WEKIVA KIDS LLC Apopka | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MASTER'S TRAINING ACADEMY INC. Apopka | 2.8 mi | — |
| LOVELL ELEMENTARY Apopka | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,931
Median Home Value
$458,700
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
29,106
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
46.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 6.4 |
| DIAMOND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres, FL | 6.4 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.4 |
| ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY Hialeah, FL | 6.4 |
| IMAGINE CHARTER SCHOOL AT NORTH LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY North Lauderdale, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Lake Education Center
What grades does Forest Lake Education Center serve?
Forest Lake Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Lake Education Center?
Forest Lake Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Lake Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Lake Education Center is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Forest Lake Education Center rank in FL?
Forest Lake Education Center ranks #716 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Forest Lake Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Lake Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Forest Lake Education Center a private school?
Yes, Forest Lake Education Center is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Forest Lake Education Center a religious school?
Forest Lake Education Center has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 645
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Seminole County
- Phone
- (407) 862-7688
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