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#1456 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 39% in state
Mirror Lakes Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
525 CHARWOOD AVE S, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974
Enrollment
1,218
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,218
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,456 of 3,778
In Lehigh Acres
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#13 of 110
LEE
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mirror Lakes Elementary School
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About Mirror Lakes Elementary School
Mirror Lakes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lehigh Acres, FL, part of LEE. Mirror Lakes Elementary School serves approximately 1,218 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mirror Lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,456 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mirror Lakes Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Mirror Lakes 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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Mirror Lakes Elementary School — Students at Mirror Lakes Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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
→ 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: 7.4/10.
How Mirror Lakes Elementary School Compares
See how Mirror Lakes 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
525 CHARWOOD AVE S, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mirror Lakes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TORTUGA PRESERVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 7.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is VETERANS PARK ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS (rated 4.6/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, G. WEAVER HIPPS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lehigh Acres, see our Lehigh Acres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33974 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,809
Median Home Value
$272,800
Median Rent
$1,698/mo
Population
19,330
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
40.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
33.8
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| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sun City Center, FL | 6.9 |
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| GRASSY LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minneola, FL | 6.9 |
| HENDERSON HAMMOCK CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.9 |
| HICKORY TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Cloud, FL | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mirror Lakes Elementary School
What grades does Mirror Lakes Elementary School serve?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mirror Lakes Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mirror Lakes Elementary School rank in FL?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School ranks #1,456 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mirror Lakes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mirror Lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mirror Lakes Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mirror Lakes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mirror Lakes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mirror Lakes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mirror Lakes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mirror Lakes Elementary School?
75.0% of students at Mirror Lakes 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
- 1,218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (239) 369-2200
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #13 of 110
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