Excellent
#42 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 3% of private schools
Lake Forrest Preparatory School
Elementary School
866 LAKE HOWELL RD, Maitland, FL 32751
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#42 of 1,462
In Maitland
#2 of 6
public schools
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Lake Forrest Preparatory School
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About Lake Forrest Preparatory School
Lake Forrest Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Maitland, FL. Lake Forrest Preparatory School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Forrest Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Lake Forrest Preparatory School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Lake Forrest Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lake Forrest Preparatory School 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 Lake Forrest Preparatory School compares to the 4 public schools in Maitland, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Maitland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Forrest Preparatory School (this school) | 8.3 |
| MAITLAND MIDDLE | 5.3 |
| DOMMERICH ELEMENTARY | 9.5 |
| LAKE SYBELIA ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| LA AMISTAD | 5.6 |
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
866 LAKE HOWELL RD, Maitland, FL 32751
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Forrest Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOMMERICH ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAITLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CASSELBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Casselberry), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Maitland, see our Maitland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DESTINED FOR DESTINY INSTITUTE INC Casselberry | 0.8 mi | — |
| ENGLISH ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fern Park | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MAITLAND MIDDLE Maitland | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DOMMERICH ELEMENTARY Maitland | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| SOUTH SEMINOLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Casselberry | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CASSELBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| STERLING PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| THE LYMAN SCHOOL Winter Park | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ADVANCE LEARNING ACADEMY Maitland | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL Casselberry | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SERENDIPITY LEARNING CENTER Fern Park | 1.9 mi | — |
| LAKEMONT ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| EASTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Park | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| WALDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Winter Park | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Winter Park | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ALOMA HIGH CHARTER Winter Park | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MAITLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Maitland | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CENTER ACADEMY Maitland | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SOCRATES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Casselberry | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,277
Median Home Value
$433,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
22,853
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL West Park, FL | 8.3 |
| CORNERSTONE LEARNING COMMUNITY Tallahassee, FL | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PENSACOLA Pensacola, FL | 8.3 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY DAVIE CHARTER SCHOOL Davie, FL | 8.3 |
| BIG PINE ACADEMY Big Pine Key, FL | 8.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brandon, FL | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Forrest Preparatory School
What grades does Lake Forrest Preparatory School serve?
Lake Forrest Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lake Forrest Preparatory School?
Lake Forrest Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Forrest Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Forrest Preparatory School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lake Forrest Preparatory School rank in FL?
Lake Forrest Preparatory School ranks #42 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Lake Forrest Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Forrest Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lake Forrest Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Lake Forrest Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lake Forrest Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Lake Forrest Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Seminole County
- Phone
- (407) 331-5144
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