Average
#1477 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 39% in state
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
2730 MAINE AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,477 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#19 of 58
public schools
In district
#38 of 155
POLK
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
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About Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Oscar J.
Pope Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oscar J. Pope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,477 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Oscar J. Pope Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Oscar J. Pope 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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Oscar J. Pope Elementary School — Students at Oscar J. Pope Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
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: 6.6/10.
How Oscar J. Pope Elementary School Compares
See how Oscar J. Pope 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
2730 MAINE AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oscar J. Pope Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLANDS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,210
Median Home Value
$138,700
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
33,460
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
What grades does Oscar J. Pope Elementary School serve?
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oscar J. Pope Elementary School?
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oscar J. Pope Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oscar J. Pope Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oscar J. Pope Elementary School rank in FL?
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School ranks #1,477 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Oscar J. Pope Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oscar J. Pope 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 Oscar J. Pope Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oscar J. Pope Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oscar J. Pope Elementary School a charter school?
No, Oscar J. Pope Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oscar J. Pope Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Oscar J. Pope Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oscar J. Pope Elementary School?
80.4% of students at Oscar J. Pope 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
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (863) 499-2992
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #38 of 155
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