Excellent
#189 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 5% in state
Lake Whitney Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
1351 WINDERMERE RD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Winter Garden
#3 of 20
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#178 of 2,196
In district
#14 of 258
ORANGE
Equity
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Lake Whitney Elementary
Lake Whitney Elementary is a public elementary school in Winter Garden, FL, part of the ORANGE. The school serves approximately 580 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 86% proficiency in math, 28 points above the state average and 81% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $114,988, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Lake Whitney Elementary — Students at Lake Whitney Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.9/10.
How Lake Whitney Elementary Compares
See how Lake Whitney Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 86% (2019) to 85% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 83% (2019) to 84% (2021).
Location
1351 WINDERMERE RD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Whitney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Windermere), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTBROOKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CRANIUM ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Winter Garden, see our Winter Garden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Winter Garden | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ESTEEM ACADEMY Winter Garden | 1.0 mi | — |
| ESE TRANSITION Winter Garden | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Garden | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| WEST ORANGE HIGH Winter Garden | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| THORNEBROOKE ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WINDERMERE ELEMENTARY Windermere | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTBROOKE ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CRENSHAW SCHOOL Gotha | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 2.3 mi | — |
| STAR CHILD ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| UCP WEST ORANGE CHARTER Orlando | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| WILLIAM S MAXEY ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| OCOEE ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CRANIUM ACADEMY Winter Garden | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| THE KINGS ACADEMY Winter Garden | 2.8 mi | — |
| PREMIER ACADEMY Windermere | 2.5 mi | — |
| OCOEE MIDDLE Ocoee | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| LIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - SOUTH CAMPUS Gotha | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GOTHA MIDDLE Windermere | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,988
Median Home Value
$475,000
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
93,064
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lake Whitney Elementary has a median household income of $114,988. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $475,000, with a median rent of $1,994/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 8.6 |
| BUCKHORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico, FL | 8.6 |
| CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.6 |
| CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring, FL | 8.6 |
| CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE Fort Pierce, FL | 8.6 |
| CYPRESS WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Whitney Elementary
What grades does Lake Whitney Elementary serve?
Lake Whitney Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Whitney Elementary?
Lake Whitney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Whitney Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Whitney Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Whitney Elementary rank in FL?
Lake Whitney Elementary is ranked #189 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Lake Whitney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Whitney Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lake Whitney Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake Whitney Elementary has 86.4% math proficiency and 81.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lake Whitney Elementary a charter school?
No, Lake Whitney Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Whitney Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lake Whitney Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Whitney Elementary?
19.3% of students at Lake Whitney Elementary 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
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (407) 877-8888
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #14 of 258
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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