Needs Improvement
#3762 of 3,778 schools in FL
Philip O'brien Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
1225 LIME ST E, Lakeland, FL 33801
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,762 of 3,778
In Lakeland
#58 of 58
public schools
In district
#155 of 155
POLK
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Philip O'brien Elementary School
Elementary School in Lakeland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Philip O'brien Elementary School
Philip O'brien Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakeland, FL, part of POLK. Philip O'brien Elementary School serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Philip O'brien Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,762 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Philip O'brien Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
70% of students at Philip O'brien 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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Philip O'brien Elementary School — Students at Philip O'brien Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
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: 1.8/10.
How Philip O'brien Elementary School Compares
See how Philip O'brien 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
1225 LIME ST E, Lakeland, FL 33801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philip O'brien Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 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 Philip O'brien Elementary School
What grades does Philip O'brien Elementary School serve?
Philip O'brien Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Philip O'brien Elementary School?
Philip O'brien Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philip O'brien Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Philip O'brien Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philip O'brien Elementary School rank in FL?
Philip O'brien Elementary School ranks #3,762 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Philip O'brien Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Philip O'brien Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Philip O'brien Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philip O'brien Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Philip O'brien Elementary School a charter school?
No, Philip O'brien Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philip O'brien Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Philip O'brien Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philip O'brien Elementary School?
79.9% of students at Philip O'brien 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
- 633
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (863) 499-2950
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #155 of 155
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