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#2454 of 3,778 schools in FL
Lake Placid Elementary School
Elementary School · HIGHLANDS
101 GREEN DRAGON DR, Lake Placid, FL 33852
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,454 of 3,778
In Lake Placid
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#15 of 18
HIGHLANDS
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Lake Placid Elementary School
Lake Placid Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Placid, FL, part of HIGHLANDS. Lake Placid Elementary School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Placid Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,454 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Placid Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Lake Placid 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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Lake Placid Elementary School — Students at Lake Placid Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
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: 2.7/10.
How Lake Placid Elementary School Compares
See how Lake Placid 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
101 GREEN DRAGON DR, Lake Placid, FL 33852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Placid Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE COUNTRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Sebring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Sebring), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Placid, see our Lake Placid schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE PLACID HIGH SCHOOL Lake Placid | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| LAKE PLACID MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Placid | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Placid | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| OASIS ADONAI ACADEMY Lake Placid | 2.2 mi | — |
| LAKE COUNTRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 9.9 mi | 7.4 |
| INDEPENDENT BAPTIST ACADEMY Sebring | 10.8 mi | — |
| INDEPENDENT BAPTIST ACADEMY OF SEBRING Sebring | 10.8 mi | — |
| SEBRING PRE-K CENTER Sebring | 12.6 mi | — |
| THE ACADEMY AT YOUTH CARE LANE Sebring | 13.1 mi | 3.4 |
| FRED WILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 13.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sebring | 13.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SEBRING HIGH SCHOOL Sebring | 13.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sebring | 13.8 mi | 7.5 |
| NON-ENROLLED PK EXCEPTIONAL ED PROGRAM Sebring | 14.6 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS COUNTY HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND PROGRAM Sebring | 14.6 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS COUNTY SCHOOLS JAIL PROGRAM Sebring | 14.6 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS VIRTUAL SCHOOL Sebring | 14.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SEBRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebring | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY INC. Sebring | 15.0 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33852 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,841
Median Home Value
$205,800
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
21,630
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
54.8
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| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OSCEOLA COUNTY Kissimmee, FL | 5.5 |
| BROOKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooksville, FL | 5.5 |
| COLBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Placid Elementary School
What grades does Lake Placid Elementary School serve?
Lake Placid Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Placid Elementary School?
Lake Placid Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Placid Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Placid Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Placid Elementary School rank in FL?
Lake Placid Elementary School ranks #2,454 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lake Placid Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Placid Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Lake Placid Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Placid Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lake Placid Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lake Placid Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Placid Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lake Placid Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Placid Elementary School?
85.2% of students at Lake Placid 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Highlands County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (863) 699-5070
Resources & Links
District
HIGHLANDS- District Enrollment
- 12,175
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,585
- District Rank
- #15 of 18
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