Very Good
#1176 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 31% in state
Based on limited data
Panther Lake Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
10151 SUMMERLAKE GROVES STREET, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Enrollment
676
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
676
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,176 of 3,778
In Winter Garden
#12 of 20
public schools
In district
#79 of 258
ORANGE
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Panther Lake Elementary
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About Panther Lake Elementary
Panther Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Winter Garden, FL, part of ORANGE. Panther Lake Elementary serves approximately 676 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Panther Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,176 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Panther Lake Elementary show 68% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Panther Lake Elementary — Students at Panther Lake Elementary score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
How Panther Lake Elementary Compares
See how Panther Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10151 SUMMERLAKE GROVES STREET, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Panther Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAMLIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Windermere), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMERLAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winter Garden, see our Winter Garden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Winter Garden | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| WATER SPRING ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| WATER SPRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Garden | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| SUMMERLAKE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Winter Garden | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HAMLIN ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| BRIDGEWATER MIDDLE Winter Garden | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BAY LAKE ELEMENTARY Windermere | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SAWGRASS BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| HORIZON WEST MIDDLE Windermere | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CASTLEVIEW ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.3 mi | 4.0 |
| KEENES CROSSING ELEMENTARY Windermere | 4.9 mi | 8.8 |
| WINDERMERE HIGH Windermere | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY Windermere | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LAKE POINTE ACADEMY Clermont | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WINDEMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY FOUR CORNERS Miami | 5.2 mi | 7.9 |
| WINDERMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Windermere | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 5.9 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVALON ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 7.3 |
| CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.3 |
| CRAWFORDVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crawfordville, FL | 7.3 |
| CREATIVE INSPIRATION JOURNEY SCHOOL OF ST CLOUD St. Cloud, FL | 7.3 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Panther Lake Elementary
What grades does Panther Lake Elementary serve?
Panther Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Panther Lake Elementary?
Panther Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 676 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Panther Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Panther Lake Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Panther Lake Elementary rank in FL?
Panther Lake Elementary ranks #1,176 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Panther Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Panther Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Panther Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Panther Lake Elementary has 68% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is Panther Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Panther Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Panther Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Panther Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Panther Lake Elementary?
15.7% of students at Panther Lake 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
- 676
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (407) 317-3200
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #79 of 258
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