Excellent
#36 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 1% in state
Imagine Schools at South Lake
Elementary School · LAKE
2750 HARTWOOD MARSH RD, Clermont, FL 34711
Enrollment
1,061
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,061
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#36 of 3,778
In Clermont
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 50
LAKE
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Imagine Schools at South Lake
Elementary School in Clermont · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imagine Schools at South Lake
Imagine Schools at South Lake is a public elementary school in Clermont, FL, part of LAKE. Imagine Schools at South Lake serves approximately 1,061 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Imagine Schools at South Lake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Imagine Schools at South Lake show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Imagine Schools at South Lake is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Imagine Schools at South Lake — Students at Imagine Schools at South Lake score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Imagine Schools at South Lake Compares
See how Imagine Schools at South Lake 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
2750 HARTWOOD MARSH RD, Clermont, FL 34711
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagine Schools at South Lake may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAMLIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Winter Garden), with a very similar rating. Another option is PINECREST LAKES ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Minneola), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CYPRESS RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Clermont, see our Clermont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINDY HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Clermont | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LOST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ABELS ACADEMY Clermont | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER - SHAHWAN INVEST Clermont | 2.2 mi | — |
| EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Clermont | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| EAST RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clermont | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL Clermont | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LAND OF LAKES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clermont | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DREAMPLEX THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Clermont | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| THE DREAM ACADEMY INC Clermont | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PINECREST LAKES MIDDLE/HIGH ACADEMY Clermont | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HAMLIN ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 4.1 mi | 9.4 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Winter Garden | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PINECREST LAKES ACADEMY Minneola | 4.9 mi | 8.8 |
| CITRUS HEIGHTS ACADEMY Clermont | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ABELS ACADEMY Clermont | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| APPLIED BEHAVIOR EDU AND LIFESKILLS ACADEMY Clermont | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CYPRESS RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
| LAKE MINNEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Minneola | 5.6 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 5.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,474
Median Home Value
$369,900
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
69,727
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
43.7
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| PALENCIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine, FL | 9.5 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagine Schools at South Lake
What grades does Imagine Schools at South Lake serve?
Imagine Schools at South Lake serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Imagine Schools at South Lake?
Imagine Schools at South Lake has an enrollment of approximately 1,061 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imagine Schools at South Lake?
The student-teacher ratio at Imagine Schools at South Lake is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Imagine Schools at South Lake rank in FL?
Imagine Schools at South Lake ranks #36 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Imagine Schools at South Lake's MySchoolScout rating?
Imagine Schools at South Lake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Imagine Schools at South Lake?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Schools at South Lake has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Imagine Schools at South Lake a charter school?
Yes, Imagine Schools at South Lake is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Imagine Schools at South Lake a Title I school?
No, Imagine Schools at South Lake is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Imagine Schools at South Lake?
23.3% of students at Imagine Schools at South Lake 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,061
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.1%
- Phone
- (352) 243-2960
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #2 of 50
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