Average
#2825 of 3,778 schools in FL
Fruitland Park Elementary School
Elementary School · LAKE
304 W FOUNTAIN ST, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,825 of 3,778
In district
#36 of 50
LAKE
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Fruitland Park Elementary School
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About Fruitland Park Elementary School
Fruitland Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fruitland Park, FL, part of LAKE. Fruitland Park Elementary School serves approximately 707 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Fruitland Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,825 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Fruitland Park Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Fruitland Park 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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Fruitland Park Elementary School — Students at Fruitland Park Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 4.4/10.
How Fruitland Park Elementary School Compares
See how Fruitland Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
304 W FOUNTAIN ST, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fruitland Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Wildwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, INC. (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Leesburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE VILLAGES ELEMENTARY OF LADY LAKE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Lady Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fruitland Park, see our Fruitland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Fruitland Park | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| RIMES EARLY LEARNING & LITERACY CENTER Leesburg | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| BEVERLY SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lady Lake | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BETTER LIFE ACADEMY Leesburg | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| FIRST ACADEMY-LEESBURG Leesburg | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Leesburg | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LEESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Leesburg | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| LAKE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, INC. Leesburg | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| OAK PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| LEESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 4.1 mi | 4.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lady Lake | 4.0 mi | — |
| THE VILLAGES ELEMENTARY OF LADY LAKE SCHOOL Lady Lake | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| STANTON-WEIRSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirsdale | 8.3 mi | 3.3 |
| WILDWOOD MIDDLE/ HIGH SCHOOL Wildwood | 7.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CREATE CONSERVATORY Leesburg | 7.6 mi | — |
| WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wildwood | 7.8 mi | 8.5 |
| MILESTONES COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF LAKE COUNTY Leesburg | 8.0 mi | — |
| TREADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 7.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,329
Median Home Value
$185,900
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
12,239
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
48.7
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| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haines City, FL | 5.0 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.0 |
| BEVERLY SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 5.0 |
| BROADVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Lauderdale, FL | 5.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.0 |
| CLARENCE BOSWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fruitland Park Elementary School
What grades does Fruitland Park Elementary School serve?
Fruitland Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fruitland Park Elementary School?
Fruitland Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 707 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fruitland Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fruitland Park 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 Fruitland Park Elementary School rank in FL?
Fruitland Park Elementary School ranks #2,825 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fruitland Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fruitland Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Fruitland Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fruitland Park Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fruitland Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fruitland Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fruitland Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fruitland Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fruitland Park Elementary School?
59.0% of students at Fruitland Park 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 707
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (352) 787-2693
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #36 of 50
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