Average
#1826 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
Pinewood Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
1400 GILBERT ST, Eagle Lake, FL 33839
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,826 of 3,778
In Eagle Lake
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#50 of 155
POLK
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Pinewood Elementary School
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About Pinewood Elementary School
Pinewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Eagle Lake, FL, part of POLK. Pinewood Elementary School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,826 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Pinewood 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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Pinewood Elementary School — Students at Pinewood Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
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: 5.8/10.
How Pinewood Elementary School Compares
See how Pinewood 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
1400 GILBERT ST, Eagle Lake, FL 33839
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANK E. BRIGHAM ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS JUNCTION MONTESSORI (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN SNIVELY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Eloise), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Eagle Lake, see our Eagle Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,229
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$1,479/mo
Population
4,397
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
31.1
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| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 6.4 |
| DIAMOND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres, FL | 6.4 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.4 |
| ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY Hialeah, FL | 6.4 |
| FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER Longwood, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinewood Elementary School
What grades does Pinewood Elementary School serve?
Pinewood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary School?
Pinewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinewood Elementary School rank in FL?
Pinewood Elementary School ranks #1,826 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pinewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Pinewood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinewood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pinewood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinewood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pinewood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinewood Elementary School?
69.8% of students at Pinewood 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
- 692
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (863) 298-7977
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #50 of 155
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