Needs Improvement
#3655 of 3,778 schools in FL
Groveland Elementary School
Elementary School · LAKE
930 PARKWOOD AVE, Groveland, FL 34736
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,655 of 3,778
In Groveland
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#50 of 50
LAKE
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Groveland Elementary School
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About Groveland Elementary School
Groveland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Groveland, FL, part of LAKE. Groveland Elementary School serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Groveland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,655 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Groveland Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Groveland 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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Groveland Elementary School — Students at Groveland Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
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: 1.6/10.
How Groveland Elementary School Compares
See how Groveland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
930 PARKWOOD AVE, Groveland, FL 34736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Groveland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MINNEOLA CONVERSION CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Minneola), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Clermont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE DREAM ACADEMY INC (rated 7.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Clermont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Groveland, see our Groveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Groveland | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| GRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Groveland | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| INTEGRITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY #6889 Groveland | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PRAISE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Groveland | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUTH LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Groveland | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| THE ACADEMY AT LAKE HILLS SCHOOL- SOUTH Mascotte | 2.6 mi | — |
| MASCOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mascotte | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clermont | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PINE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CYPRESS RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 5.4 mi | 8.3 |
| THE KEY TO LEARNING Minneola | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minneola | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ABELS ACADEMY Clermont | 6.4 mi | 6.3 |
| APPLIED BEHAVIOR EDU AND LIFESKILLS ACADEMY Clermont | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CITRUS HEIGHTS ACADEMY Clermont | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MINNEOLA CONVERSION CHARTER SCHOOL Minneola | 6.6 mi | 8.4 |
| DREAMPLEX THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Clermont | 6.6 mi | 3.8 |
| THE DREAM ACADEMY INC Clermont | 6.6 mi | 7.5 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL Clermont | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LAND OF LAKES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clermont | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,478
Median Home Value
$335,300
Median Rent
$1,535/mo
Population
26,086
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 3.3 |
| OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 3.3 |
| OAKRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 3.3 |
| RUSKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin, FL | 3.3 |
| STANTON-WEIRSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirsdale, FL | 3.3 |
| TEMPLE TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace, FL | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Groveland Elementary School
What grades does Groveland Elementary School serve?
Groveland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Groveland Elementary School?
Groveland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Groveland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Groveland Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Groveland Elementary School rank in FL?
Groveland Elementary School ranks #3,655 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Groveland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Groveland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Groveland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Groveland Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Groveland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Groveland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Groveland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Groveland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Groveland Elementary School?
51.3% of students at Groveland 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
- 735
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (352) 429-2472
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #50 of 50
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